Refrigeration Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekend work

Company van for personal use

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Attendance bonus scheme

Career development opportunities

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Omega Resource Group are supporting a leading facilities management provider in their search for a Refrigeration Engineer working on commercial refrigeration equipment across the North West and North Wales. You will be the first line in all service and maintenance on allocated sites, diagnose faults, repair equipment, and liaise with customers and internal teams.

The role requires NVQ/City & Guilds refrigeration qualifications and F-Gas Category 1 certification.

Qualifications

• Commercial or Transport Refrigeration experience.
• NVQ/City & Guilds refrigeration qualification required.
• F-Gas Category 1 certification (C&G 2079 / CITB refrigerant handling).
• Strong refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and diagnostic skills; fault finding and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Identify faults and carry out effective repairs on commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Communicate professionally with customers on site and coordinate with internal service administration teams.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of new products, technical updates, and product developments.
• Handle engineer and customer queries over the phone, offering clear and accurate guidance.
• Report product issues and work closely with QC and Service Managers on product improvements and safety matters.

Skills

Refrigeration experience

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Health & Safety awareness

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds refrigeration qualification

Time served apprenticeship

Job description

Refrigeration Engineer
North West & North Wales
£42,637 + £2,000 performance bonus
Permanent
Omega are supporting a leading facilities management provider in their search for a Refrigeration Engineer working on commercial refrigeration equipment.

You will be the first line in all service and maintenance throughout allocated sites. They will also effectively maintain service and repair Refrigeration Equipment in customer locations and aid HVAC equipment containing refrigeration circuits.

Key Responsibilities – Refrigeration Engineer

• Identify faults and carry out effective repairs on commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Communicate professionally with customers on site and coordinate with internal service administration teams.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of new products, technical updates, and product developments.
• Handle engineer and customer queries over the phone, offering clear and accurate guidance.
• Report product issues and work closely with QC and Service Managers on product improvements and safety matters.

Qualifications & Requirements – Refrigeration Engineer

• Commercial or Transport Refrigeration experience
• Time served apprenticeship with an NVQ / City & Guilds refrigeration qualification.
• F-Gas Category 1 certification (C&G 2079 / CITB refrigerant handling).
• Strong refrigeration, electrical, mechanical and diagnostic skills, with proven experience in fault finding and problem solving.
• Good refrigeration knowledge, including commercial systems and electrical safety awareness.
• Ability to read technical drawings and apply relevant Health & Safety legislation.
• Hydrocarbon experience (desired but not essential).

What we can offer – Refrigeration Engineer

• No weekend working or on call requirements.
• Company van for personal use included.
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off.
• Attendance bonus scheme — earn up to 4 extra days’ holiday or a cash reward.
• Holiday buying options available.
• Career development opportunities with ongoing training.
• Highstreet discounts via the Kitchen Portal.
• Staff discount on all products.
• Company sick pay provided.
• Life assurance included.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24hour counselling support.

Candidates who are currently a Refrigeration Engineer, HVAC Engineer, Air Conditioning Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or Service Engineer may be suitable for this position.