Refrigeration Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Remote; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical process equipment industry seeks a Refrigeration Engineer to maintain and improve the efficiency of vital utility equipment. The role, which offers both planned and reactive maintenance, involves working in a fast-paced environment emphasizing safety and quality standards. Candidates should have the necessary qualifications and experience in the refrigeration sector to support the company’s commitment to innovation and service excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £75K

4x Death in Service insurance after 6 months

Health scheme membership after 6 months

Qualifications

• F-GAS 2079 CAT 1 certification required.
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Refrigeration or equivalent qualification needed.
• Solid experience in the refrigeration industry essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose faults and conduct on-site repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Solid experience within the refrigeration service industry

Strong IT skills

Proactive, results-oriented attitude

Education

F-GAS 2079 CAT 1 certification

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Refrigeration or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Location: Based fully remote in the UK with International Travel

About the Company:

Our client, a leading company in the pharmaceutical process equipment industry, is committed to providing comprehensive installation, commissioning, maintenance, and support services for a wide range of equipment used across various sectors including pharma, biotech, food, healthcare, academia, and other process industries. Their products cover equipment like freeze dryers, centrifugal evaporators, high-pressure homogenizers, cryogenic storage vessels, and more.

About the Role:

As a Refrigeration Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of vital utility equipment. Based in the UK, you will be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team and will have the opportunity to make an impact both locally and internationally. This role offers a mix of planned and reactive maintenance, plant improvements, and troubleshooting, all while adhering to strict health and safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on refrigeration and utility equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on-site
• Record equipment history and maintain quality documentation
• Provide detailed handovers to team members
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and GMP regulations at all times
• Manage contractors and ensure adherence to site procedures
• Support continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas for equipment reliability

Qualifications:

F-GAS 2079 CAT 1 certification

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Refrigeration or equivalent qualification

Required Skills:

• Solid experience within the refrigeration service industry
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Mechanical or electro-engineering qualifications (preferred)
• Experience in utilities systems (boilers, HVAC, compressors) is advantageous
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical engineering and freeze dryer systems is a bonus
• Proactive, results-oriented attitude with a focus on continuous improvement

Package:

Competitive salary up to £75K based on experience

Hours: Monday to Thursday (08:30-17:00), Friday (08:30-14:30)

4x Death in Service insurance after 6 months

Health scheme membership after 6 months

How to Apply:

If you're a Refrigeration Engineer looking to join a company that values innovation and high-quality service delivery, apply today and join our growing team!