Refrigeration Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Iver Heath; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to maintain and repair cooling systems for a top supermarket client. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, including NVQ in refrigeration, and the ability to work on-call every 1:4 weeks. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £51,027.59 plus benefits including a van and travel allowances.

Benefits

25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Van and fuel card provided

Travel time compensated after half an hour

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship in refrigeration.
• Must be flexible for on-call duties every 1:4 weeks.
• Experience with handling refrigerants is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair refrigeration equipment.
• Ensure compliance with technical and safety standards.
• Complete necessary paperwork and manage PPM schedules.

Skills

Refrigeration equipment maintenance

Technical drawing interpretation

PDA system usage

Education

NVQ/C&G Refrigeration Based Qualification

Refrigerant Handling C&G 2079 or equivalent CITB certificate

Tools

Driving licence

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Refrigeration Engineer

Slough

£51,027.59 + 5% Location Allowance (salary including on call standby 1:4)

Permanent

My client is on the lookout for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join the team. You will have the opportunity to work on one of their leading supermarket contracts.

The role will involve maintaining, servicing and repairing refrigeration equipment in customer locations and providing assistance to HVAC equipment containing refrigeration circuits.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed timescales and response times.
• Identify non-repairable faults promptly and advise the Line manager of findings, with recommendations regarding suitable replacements.
• Ensure PPM schedules are completed within agreed timescales and that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and to the laid‑down procedures.
• Ensure that all technical and compliance paperwork is always completed and up to date.
• Order and fit parts or components as prescribed by company procedures.
• Advise the GSMs of any repair, maintenance and installation issues that are likely to affect the smooth running of the store and to build rapport and promote a spirit of partnership with all GSM's.
• Carry out surveys and complete reports as required by the refrigeration supervisor/ RFM.

Qualifications & Experience

• Time Served Apprenticeship
• NVQ/C&G Refrigeration Based Qualification
• Approved Training Program
• Refrigerant Handling C&G 2079 or equivalent CITB certificate
• Skill Card
• Flexible to be part of the 24/7 on‑call rota every 1:4 weeks.
• Full driving licence.
• Experience using a PDA system.
• Ability to read technical drawings.

On Offer

• £51,027.59 + 5% Location Allowance (salary including standby 1:4)
• 40 hour week
• 25 days + 8 bank holidays
• Travel time after ½ hour each way
• Van, fuel card, tools, uniform, IT equipment provided

For more information on this role, please contact Harry Waller on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)