Senior Chiller/AC Engineer

The Freelance Recruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC & Renewables contractor is seeking a Senior Chiller/AC Engineer based in Newcastle. The role involves diagnosing and repairing refrigeration systems, alongside preventative maintenance. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 2 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers competitive pay including overtime, benefits such as paid travel, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Healthcare scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Birthday off

Training and Continuous Professional Development

Qualifications

• F-Gas/EN 378 compliant.
• Experience with VRV's, Coldrooms, Close Control systems, and heat pumps.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Ability to achieve a DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and identify faults with equipment and systems.
• Perform routine planned preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate documents for maintenance works.
• Liaise closely with clients to maintain relationships.
• Take part in on-call rota for 24/7 response.

Skills

Experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning engineer

Strong problem-solving skills

High level of interpersonal skills

Ability to read wiring schematics

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Job description

Title: Senior Chiller/AC Engineer

Location: Newcastle

Hours: 40hrs + Overtime

Salary: £18ph- £24ph (depending on skill level) Paid door to door + Overtime + £90 call out + Van

Benefits: Healthcare scheme, Enhanced holiday entitlement, Birthday off + lots more

Start date: ASAP

I am proud to be working in partnership with one of the UK's leading HVAC & Renewables contractors.

This forward-thinking and progressive company are looking to recruit an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Service Engineers, with a positive and pro-active approach to ensure effective service delivery to their clients.

They work for a prestigious customer base in a wide range of sectors including pharmaceuticals, petrochemical, telecoms, education, IT, retail, healthcare & local authorities.

Job Description

• Effectively diagnose, identify faults and failures with equipment and systems, providing effective solutions
• Where possible provide a first-time fix response
• Carry out routine planned preventative maintenance
• Coordinate and control all documents associated with reactive & planned preventative maintenance works
• Liaise closely with the client to maintain excellent stakeholder relationships
• Work in a safe and controlled manner following all necessary internal health & safety processes and client specific site requirements
• Take part in the on-call rota to support the business achieve its 24/7/365 response

What Are We Looking For…

• A highly experienced Refrigeration & Air conditioning engineer, with a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification in Refrigeration & Air conditioning, you will be F-Gas/EN 378 compliant
• An individual who has previously worked with VRV's, Coldrooms, Close Control and Chilled water systems and heat pumps.
• You will be used to working unsupervised
• A high level of interpersonal skills, you will have strong networking skills, building strong stakeholder relationships at a variety of levels with our wide range of clients
• You will be confident in your own ability
• Strong problem-solving skills, you will have a “can do” attitude
• Ideally you will have good electrical competence including the ability to read wiring schematics and test control circuits
• Full Driving licence
• Please note you must be able to achieve a DBS certificate

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid Door to Door
• £90 call out payment
• iPad and phone
• Transit/Vivaro/Proace van
• Training and Continuous Professional Development
• Opportunities to progress within the business
• Regular overtime available