Refrigeration Pipe Fitter

JR United Kingdom; Irlam; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing team as a Refrigeration Installation Engineer, working on diverse international projects within the pharmaceutical industry. Your role will involve installing refrigeration systems, managing installations from planning to commissioning, and ensuring compliance with best practices. Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on installation experience in refrigeration and air conditioning.
• Valid passport required for international travel.
• Full, clean UK driving license essential.

Responsibilities

• Install refrigeration and chilled water systems to high technical standards.
• Interpret and work from isometric drawings for precise installations.
• Conduct and certify pressure testing procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

F-Gas Category 1 certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Oracle

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We are offering a unique opportunity to become part of a growing team of refrigeration installation specialists working globally within the pharmaceutical and biological industries.

Based in Irlam, Manchester with frequent international travel

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Refrigeration Installation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing refrigeration and chilled water systems, handling a wide range of temperature applications—from high to cryogenic—across various international projects.

What You'll Be Doing

Install refrigeration and chilled water systems to high technical standards

Interpret and work from isometric drawings to ensure precise pipework installation

Understand all phases of installation projects from initial planning to final commissioning

Apply health and safety best practices throughout all activities

Insulate pipework using templates and appropriate tools to ensure a professional finish

Install containment systems as needed

Conduct and certify pressure testing procedures

Manage and organize materials effectively

Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills

Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Approach challenges with a proactive and solution-focused mindset

What You'll Bring

Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues, management, and clients

Comfortable with face-to-face customer interaction and capable of handling situations diplomatically and tactfully

Maintains a professional appearance in line with company standards

Qualifications & Experience:

City & Guilds or NVQ in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

F-Gas Category 1 certification

Experience years of hands-on installation experience

Proficiency in PC software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Oracle

Full, clean UK driving license

Valid passport (required for international travel)