Refrigeration Engineer

Manchester Arndale; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Engineer to join its Technical Services team in Liverpool. The successful candidate will maintain and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Applicants should have NVQ Level 2/3 and at least three years of experience in the field, along with a valid UK driving licence. Benefits include overtime opportunities, company tools, and career progression. Join a business that values professional development and diversity.

Benefits

Overtime available

Company tools and van provided

Training and upskilling opportunities

Career progression within a growing company

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience as a refrigeration engineer.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles and HVAC components.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out efficient repairs.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

F-Gas certification

Tools

Tablet

Van

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security, and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join our Technical Services mobile team on a Major Retail contract with opportunities to support other Commercial and Residential contracts in our continually expanding division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems (commercial and/or industrial).
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on systems and components.
• Diagnose faults and carry out efficient repairs, minimizing downtime.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Maintain detailed service records and reports.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Work with clients, subcontractors, and team members to ensure project success.
• Advise on system improvements and upgrades where necessary.
• Provide emergency call-out support on a rotational basis, if required.

Essential Hiring Criteria:

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent).
• F-Gas certification (Category 1 preferred).
• Proven experience as a refrigeration engineer (3+ years ideal).
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, and HVAC components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Full UK driving licence (or local equivalent, if outside the UK).

Benefits:

• Overtime available
• All travel paid with a deduction of 30 mins each way
• Company tools and van provided
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Tablet and phone provided
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• HAPI App discounts and vouchers
• Refer a friend scheme with rewards up to £500
• Join our Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to “CHROMA”, our internal diversity and inclusion community
• Access to internal Mental Health First Aiders
• Immediate access to “Opportunity”, our learning and development platform
• Career progression within a growing company
• Access to “WageStream” for real-time wage tracking and instant access to 30% of earned pay

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in our workforce. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.