Refrigeration Engineer - PPM

CITY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT U K LTD; London; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking facilities management company that values collaboration and transparency. In this key role, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across various locations, ensuring that refrigeration and HVAC equipment operates smoothly. With a strong emphasis on compliance and safety, you will work closely with site managers to address maintenance issues and contribute to the overall success of the operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality service and fostering long-term partnerships in the industry. If you have a passion for maintenance and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Retail Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong qualifications in refrigeration and electrical systems are essential.
• Experience in equipment diagnostics and repairs is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across multiple sites.
• Ensure PPM schedules are completed accurately and on time.
• Respond promptly to service calls and carry out necessary repairs.

Skills

Refrigeration

Electrical

Air Conditioning

Mechanical

Equipment Diagnostic Skills

Equipment Repair Skills

Education

Maths & English qualification

Time Served Apprenticeship

NVQ/C&G Refrigeration Based Qualification

Approved Training Program

Refrigerant Handling C&G 2079 or equivalent CITB certificate

Tools

Access Equipment

Job description

Salary £43,014.50 Location South London

The Vacancy

Job Purpose:

This is a key position, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across several site locations. You will be the first line in all annual legal ppm maintenance throughout your allocated sites. To effectively maintain service and repair Refrigeration Equipment in customer locations and provide assistance to HVAC equipment containing refrigeration circuits when required.

Key Accountabilities

• 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.
• Be aware of regulations and codes of practice applicable to the tasks.
• 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 build rapport with all GSMs.
• Respond promptly and positively to service call requests from the Helpdesk and assess the requirements of the job, carrying out repairs as necessary.
• Carry out surveys and complete reports as required by the refrigeration supervisor/RFM.
• Comply with any other reasonable request or instruction from the City Management Team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Suitable Maths & English qualification.
• Time Served Apprenticeship.
• NVQ/C&G Refrigeration Based Qualification.

Professional/Academic/Vocational Qualifications

• Approved Training Program.
• Refrigerant Handling C&G 2079 or equivalent CITB certificate.
• Skill Card.

Specific Knowledge

• Refrigeration.
• Electrical.
• Air Conditioning.
• Mechanical.
• Ability to Read Drawings.
• Health and Safety legislation.
• Applicable Codes of Practice.

Specific Skills

• Equipment Diagnostic Skills.
• Equipment Repair Skills.

Specialist Requirements

• Ability to work at heights.
• Competent in the use of Access Equipment.
• Current Full driving licence essential.

The Company

In 1985, husband and wife Willie and Susan Haughey established City Refrigeration Holdings. The pair set out with one goal – to make a positive change in the facilities management industry. The Haugheys founded their enterprise on the values of collaboration and transparency, replacing client/contractor relationships with long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships. Each partner receives a unique strategy, shaped by the needs of the business and implemented by a bespoke, self-delivered model.

It is this focus that has allowed the City Group to grow from its humble beginnings into one of the world’s most trusted facilities management companies. The business now employs over 12,000 people and has established divisions across Europe, Australia, North America, and Asia. It has also diversified the services it offers to include maintenance and engineering, technical procurement and support, cleaning, and ancillary services across retail, residential, and commercial markets.

Now more than three decades into its story, City remains rooted in the core values established by the now Lord and Lady Haughey and remains passionate about sharing its unparalleled professionalism, quality, customer service, and value with partners around the globe.

Our Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Retail Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme