Service Engineer – Chillers and Applied HVAC (Cork)

Sirus is a member of the SAUTER Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading HVAC service company is seeking a Service Engineer in Cork, Ireland, to perform maintenance on commercial chillers and HVAC systems. The role involves working in mission-critical environments, providing troubleshooting expertise, and ensuring excellent client service. Competitive salary and benefits include health insurance and a pension scheme post-probation.

Qualifications

• Experience with Commercial Chillers and applied HVAC-R Equipment.
• Experience in mission-critical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on Chillers and Heat-pump plant.
• Attend service calls to troubleshoot HVAC-R systems.
• Inspect HVAC-R systems to identify faults and recommend repairs.
• Inform management on work orders status and procedures.
• Testing, commissioning and validation for air and water systems.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment in good condition.
• Mentor apprentices or junior engineers and contribute to project delivery.
• Participate in on-call rota (approximately 1 week in 7) with extra allowance.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of BMS/BEMS

Mechanical and electrical schematics comprehension

Data centres & critical environments

BMS/BEMS control systems

Reading schematics

On-site service & repairs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commissioning instruments

Job description

Service Engineer – Chillers and Applied HVAC

You will work as part of a multi-skilled team of HVAC, Chiller, Aircon and Building Services technicians carrying out remedial works and maintenance services on a range of both commercial & industrial buildings.

Work as part of a multi-skilled HVAC-R, Chiller, Air-Conditioning, and Building Services team, carrying out maintenance, remedial, and project works across commercial and industrial buildings.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on:
  Commercial Chillers and Heat-pump plant
  Data centre/ IT Cooling Equipment (CRAC, CRAH, DX, In-Row units)
  Mechanical Ventilation Systems serving critical environments (AHU, HRU, Fan Wall units)
• Attend reactive service calls to troubleshoot and carry out root‑cause analysis on applied HVAC‑R systems and plant (CHW, LPHW, LTHW).
• Inspect HVAC‑R systems and components to assess condition, identify faults or component failures, and recommend necessary repairs or replacements.
• Inform management regarding procedures and/or status of work orders.
• Testing, commissioning and validation works for Air and Water systems
• Maintain service vehicle, tools and equipment in good working order.
• Support and mentor apprentices or junior engineers, actively participating in team meetings, training sessions, and collaborative project delivery to ensure excellent client service.
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota (typically 1 week in 7, subject to team rotation). Additional allowance paid.

Requirements

• Experience working with Commercial Chillers, Heatpumps and applied HVAC‑R Equipment.
• Experience operating in mission critical environments (e.g. Data Centres, Pharmaceutical).
• Familiarity with BMS/BEMS control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting skills (mechanical, electrical, and control circuits).
• Strong communication and technical support skills, able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and equipment interface software.
• Experience delivering HVAC‑R plant service and repairs.
• Competent in using commissioning and testing instruments.
• Experience preparing detailed service and remedial reports, with good knowledge of facility systems.
• While autonomy is expected, there is Technial support from the Technical Services Manager.

Training & Personal Growth

Company Sponsorship of relevant training (all business/company relevant courses in a related discipline are encouraged).

Reports To

Mechanical Service Manager/Technical Service Manager, Sirus Air Con, Cork

Remuneration & Conditions

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Annual review and performance‑related bonus.
• Based out of our Cork office and customer sites across Ireland. The role is primarily Munster‑based, with occasional travel to Dublin or other sites as required.
• Health insurance and pension scheme (post‑probation).
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) from day one.

Based out of our Cork Office in the Marina Commercial Park & Customer Sites as required.