Service Technician Refrigeration

Johnson Controls; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the marine and naval engineering sector seeks a Service Technician in Bristol. The role involves providing crucial in-service support for refrigeration and HVAC systems. Candidates with strong mechanical and electrical skills, preferably with relevant qualifications, will thrive in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and company car

Paid holidays and sick pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive product and training opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, particularly in fault-finding.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-focused approach.
• Flexibility to travel and work weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Commission and test equipment, including HAT/SAT/CST trials.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose faults, and complete repairs.
• Provide technical support and advice to project teams and clients.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Fault-finding

Education

City & Guilds, NVQ, or BTEC in refrigeration/HVAC

Apprenticeship in refrigeration or HVAC

Job description

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Johnson Controls

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Bristol, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

At JCI Global Marine & Navy, we provide air conditioning and refrigeration equipment to the Royal Navy, foreign navies, commercial marine vessels, and offshore industries. Our commitment is to offer exceptional through-life support for the equipment we supply, and the Service Technician role is a vital part of ensuring our success.

Role Overview

As a service technician, you will provide in-service support for our equipment, including chilled water plants, refrigeration systems, and HVAC solutions. This role demands versatility, adaptability to new technologies, and a proactive mindset, as you'll be working on a diverse range of equipment. Working onshore on large scale chillers 10,000Kw inside plant rooms of Navy Vessels and Commercial Marine Vessels.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, company car
• Paid holidays and sick pay
• Overtime payments
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle to work scheme, and discount on Johnson Controls security products.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources available.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
• Access to business resource groups, training on our company values.
• IT equipment to complete all jobs.
• Tools provided by Johnson Controls

What You Will Do

• Commission and test equipment, including conducting HAT/SAT/CST trials.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose faults, and complete repairs and retrofits.
• Support factory acceptance trials at our Basildon facility when required.
• Provide technical support and advice to project teams and clients, including training.
• Maintain accurate records of work and report on any emergent issues.
• Ensure a safe working environment and high levels of customer satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, particularly in fault-finding.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload, and handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-focused approach.
• Familiarity with the Navy/Marine environment is an advantage but not essential.
• Knowledge of PLC/microprocessor-based systems is a plus, along with experience in HVAC systems and air balancing.
• Flexibility to travel to ports around the UK and internationally when required.
• Flexibility to work weekends when required.
• SC UK MOD Security Clearance required (screening provided by JCI).

Preferred qualifications:

• Apprenticeship-trained in refrigeration or HVAC.
• City & Guilds, NVQ, or BTEC in refrigeration/HVAC.
• Electrical qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

At GMOS, you'll be part of a dynamic team working on innovative marine and naval engineering projects. This is an opportunity to expand your skills, work with cutting-edge systems, and make a real impact in a key industry.