Senior Air Conditioning Engineer- Installation

Trident Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Air Conditioning Installation Engineer to join their rapidly growing team. This non-call-out role offers long-term stability as you lead AC installation projects across major commercial sites in London and Kent. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, a strong background in VRF systems, and relevant qualifications including City & Guilds 2079. Excellent opportunity for work-life balance and career advancement.

Benefits

No call-out requirements

Long-term stability

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Senior or Lead Engineer in AC installation.
• Strong background in VRF installations and commercial AC installations.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead air conditioning installation works on commercial projects.
• Support junior engineers and ensure quality HVAC installations.
• Ensure compliance with HVAC and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Air conditioning installation

Team leadership

VRF system knowledge

Education

City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas Category 1

CSCS or equivalent skill card

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Air Conditioning Installation Engineer to join a rapidly growing HVAC team working across London & Kent area. This is a pure AC installation role with no call-out, offering long-term stability and the opportunity to work on major commercial VRF air conditioning installation projects.

As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for leading air conditioning installation works, supporting junior engineers, and delivering high-quality HVAC installations across a wide variety of commercial sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Air conditioning installation on commercial projects (VRF, VRV, splits)
• Leading installation teams on large HVAC projects
• Testing, commissioning, and completing high-quality AC installations
• Ordering materials and ensuring correct AC installation procedures
• Ensuring compliance with all HVAC and H&S regulations

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Senior or Lead Air Conditioning Installation Engineer
• Strong background in VRF installation and commercial AC installation
• City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas Category 1
• CSCS or equivalent skill card
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to lead a team and deliver projects to a high standard
• PASMA / IPAF advantageous

Why Apply?

• Work on large commercial HVAC installation projects
• No call-out requirements - great for work-to-life balance
• Stable, gr...