On-site Cold-Storage HVAC Plant Engineer

Nexus Recruitment Group; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 558,000 - 893,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Recruitment Group is seeking a Plant Engineer HVAC for a cold storage ice cream facility in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The role focuses on managing refrigeration and HVAC performance to meet strict temperature standards across production and warehousing.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in industrial HVAC or cold storage, with knowledge of ammonia/freon systems and blast freezers. Willingness to work on-site in Sta. Rosa and contribute to GMP compliance and energy optimization is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, or related Engineering fields.
• PRC license is a plus, but not mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial HVAC or cold storage systems (ice cream/frozen food industry preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of air circulation, freezing mechanics, and refrigeration safety.
• Familiarity with ammonia/freon-based systems, blast freezers, and pressure relief setups.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC and refrigeration systems (walk-in and blast freezers).
• Ensure all cooling systems maintain required temperature levels for ice cream production and storage.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance efforts to avoid product loss or downtime.
• Monitor and calibrate sensors and temperature control systems.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and in-house maintenance teams.
• Maintain strict compliance with GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Optimize energy usage and recommend cost-effective improvements.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance logs and system reports.
• Support audit readiness and cold chain compliance documentation.

Skills

HVAC monitoring

Diagnostics

Leadership

Documentation

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electromechanical Eng

PRC license preferred

Tools

HVAC monitoring tools

Ammonia-based systems

Blast freezers

Job description

Nexus Recruitment Group is seeking a Plant Engineer HVAC for a cold storage ice cream facility in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The role focuses on managing refrigeration and HVAC performance to meet strict temperature standards across production and warehousing.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in industrial HVAC or cold storage, with knowledge of ammonia/freon systems and blast freezers. Willingness to work on-site in Sta. Rosa and contribute to GMP compliance and energy optimization is essential.