Air Conditioning Engineer - Maintenance

Job Description COMPANY OVERVIEW Our client are a leading engineering and facilities services provider is seeking to strengthen its refrigeration team due to continued growth across key retail contracts. The business delivers planned and reactive maintenance solutions across commercial environments, supporting major supermarket and retail clients nationwide. With a strong focus on compliance, reliability, and customer service, the organisation operates dedicated engineering teams that provide 24/7 support to critical refrigeration and HVAC assets.
An opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join the team, covering the Leicester area. JOB PURPOSE To carry out planned and reactive maintenance of refrigeration systems across multiple customer sites, acting as the first line of response for service, fault-finding, and repair, while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual KPIs.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on refrigeration equipment across allocated sites. Provide service and repair support for refrigeration systems and assist with HVAC equipment containing refrigeration circuits. Participate in the out-of-hours standby rota to support 24-hour service delivery. Work independently while liaising closely with engineering teams and management.
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Arrange and communicate standby cover requirements for holidays or unforeseen circumstances when required. Support continuous service improvement across the contract. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential NVQ or City & Guilds Refrigeration qualification. F-Gas / Refrigerant Handling C&G 2079 or equivalent CITB certification. Strong knowledge of refrigeration, electrical, air conditioning, and mechanical systems. Full UK driving licence. Commercial or supermarket refrigeration experience. Machine overhaul capability. Hydrocarbon refrigerant training. CO2 refrigeration training. SALARY & BENEFITS £51,994k salary (inclusive of standby payment) £60k OTE with Door to Door Travel 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) Company vehicle (Private use available) Overtime paid in addition to salary Private pension scheme Private healthcare Life insurance Employee discount schemes Permanent contract with long-term stability and career development opportunities.