Service Maintenance Technician - Refrigeration

Tesco UK; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician in Croydon to ensure systems are operational and efficient. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration systems with a hands-on approach. Ideal candidates will have strong technical knowledge, relevant certifications, and a proactive mindset. Benefits include career development opportunities and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications essential (e.g., City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas).
• CO2 experience (service and maintenance).
• Ability to read drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems to industry standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and propose solutions for potential issues.
• Monitor system performance and optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate on preventative maintenance programs.
• Respond to emergency service calls promptly.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong refrigeration knowledge

Good communication skills

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas)

Suitable Maths & English qualification

Tools

Refrigeration systems

Job description

Overview

As a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician at Tesco, covering our Croydon areas, you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our environments comfortable, safe, and fully operational for both customers and colleagues.

You’ll be part of a skilled maintenance team, responsible for both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across a wide range of refrigeration systems and equipment. From diagnosing faults to carrying out repairs and optimising system performance, your work will help ensure a seamless shopping experience for thousands of customers every day.

This is a hands-on, mobile role that requires strong technical knowledge, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to high standards of service and safety. In return, you’ll benefit from ongoing training, career development opportunities, and the chance to be part of one of the UK’s most recognised and respected retail brands.

The Hiring Manager for this role is David Turney.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems to industry standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and propose solutions for potential issues.
• Monitor system performance and optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate on preventative maintenance programs.
• Respond to emergency service calls promptly.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications essential (e.g., City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas).
• Co2 experience (service and maintenance).
• Ability to read drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong refrigeration knowledge.
• Suitable Maths & English qualification.
• Good communication skills.

You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.

At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.