Senior Chiller Engineer

Carrier; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC company in the Gatwick region is seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer. The role includes troubleshooting and servicing industrial water chillers, providing technical support, and overseeing junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, a full UK Driving Licence, and experience in the HVAC industry. The job offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Enhanced payments for lead generation, travel time, and overtime

Company Vehicle

25 Days Holiday + bank holidays

Company Pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ chillers and equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence or equivalent.
• Experience in Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service, and commission industrial water chillers.
• Conduct risk assessments before work.
• Provide technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting complex breakdowns

Technical support for installations

Understanding of refrigeration circuits

Working independently and as part of a team

Education

City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

F‑Gas Qualified (Category 1)

HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Chiller Engineer to join our team covering the Gatwick region. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting‑edge HVAC technology, providing high-quality service and support to our valued customers.

What you will be doing

You will primarily be responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning industrial water chillers. You will work independently and as part of a team, providing technical support for breakdowns, installations, and maintenance.

Respond to service calls efficiently, conducting risk assessments before work.

Perform maintenance, repair, and fault diagnosis on a variety of Carrier and third‑party chillers, including air‑cooled, water‑cooled, screw, scroll, centrifugal, and reciprocating systems.

Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults, troubleshoot complex technical issues both on‑site and remotely, and interpret wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and pressure enthalpy diagrams.

Commission standard and large‑capacity chillers, ensuring system‑wide installation compliance and providing technical advice to customers.

Work closely with customers, attend meetings, and offer expert technical guidance with minimal supervision.

Oversee technicians on large sites, support junior engineers and apprentices, and assist Carrier’s Training Manager in delivering technical courses.

Ensure adherence to F‑Gas regulations and health & safety standards, and provide clear service reports via our digital platform.

Act as an SME in areas such as centrifugal compressor rebuilds, absorption chillers, and chiller sequencing controls.

What we are looking for

• City & Guilds Qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• F‑Gas Qualified (Category 1)
• HNC / ONC in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (preferred)
• Experience with Carrier and other manufacturers’ Chillers and equipment.
• Ability to work on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, troubleshooting complex breakdowns.
• Full UK Driving Licence (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of refrigeration circuits, thermodynamics, and control systems.
• Experience working in a Technician or Engineer role in the HVAC industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package (Negotiable DOE)
• Enhanced payments through lead generation, travel time, overtime and on‑call
• Company Vehicle
• 25 Days Holiday + bank holiday + holiday purchase scheme
• Company Pension
• Great career progression opportunities, development and continuous training offered
• Work on industry‑leading equipment and use state of the art tools

At Carrier, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As a part of our team, you’ll be working for a global leader that invests in your professional growth and supports your career ambitions.

If you are an experienced Chiller Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.