Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

Orange Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Specialist tools

PPE provided

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

Orange Recruitment is seeking a hands-on HVAC service engineer to service commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems across multiple sites. You will fault-find, maintain and repair equipment while ensuring compliance and safety.

The role offers a company vehicle, specialist tools and ongoing training, with clear opportunities for progression within a growing engineering services company. You will need F-Gas Category 1, experience with VRF/VRV equipment, and a full driving

Qualifications

• F-Gas Category 1 Certification.
• Experience working on commercial HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Able to manage workload and stay organised.
• Customer-focused approach with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and maintenance on HVAC systems across sites.
• Investigate faults and carry out repairs on VRF/VRV, AHUs and related plant.
• Respond to breakdowns promptly to minimise disruption for customers.
• Assess system performance and identify improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Complete service reports and compliance documentation accurately.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain relationships with clients, site managers and facilities teams.
• Participate in call-out rota as required.

Skills

HVAC systems

VRF/VRV systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Customer communication

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys fault-finding, maintenance, and solving technical issues across a wide range of commercial heating, ventilation, and cooling systems. You'll be responsible for supporting clients across various sites, ensuring critical plant and equipment remain operational, efficient, and compliant. The successful candidate will join a business that values practical engineering experience, provides ongoing support, and offers genuine opportunities to progress within the organisation.

Key Duties:

• Perform routine servicing, inspections, and planned maintenance on air conditioning, ventilation, refrigeration, and HVAC systems.
• Investigate equipment faults and carry out repairs on VRF/VRV systems, air handling units, fan coil units, extract systems, and related plant.
• Respond to breakdowns and resolve issues efficiently to minimise disruption for customers.
• Assess system performance and identify potential improvements to reliability, efficiency, and energy consumption.
• Complete service reports, maintenance records, and compliance documentation accurately using company systems.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, site managers, and facilities teams.
• Work closely with colleagues and management to deliver a high standard of service across all contracts.
• Participate in the company's call-out rota when required.

What We're Looking For:

• F-Gas Category 1 Certification.
• Previous experience working on commercial HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of VRF/VRV equipment, ventilation systems, AHUs, fan coil units, and associated mechanical services.
• Proven ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs independently.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads effectively.
• Customer-focused approach with strong communication skills.
• Full clean driving licence.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities available.
• Company vehicle, specialist tools, testing equipment, and PPE provided.
• Exposure to a broad range of commercial and industrial projects.
• Ongoing training and support for professional development and industry certifications.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing business.
• Supportive and experienced management team with a strong technical background.
• Stable, long-term position with an established engineering services company.