Refrigeration Engineer

HVAC Total FM Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Mobile Refrigeration Engineer
Location: South Midlands (Northampton, Luton, Cambridge)
Salary: Up to £48k (Door-to-Door Pay)
Working Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday-Friday (Flexible Start/Finish Times)
Call-Out Rota: 1 in 4 (Overtime paid at 1.5x rate)
Van & Fuel Card: Provided (Available for Private Use)
Tools: Specialist Tools Provided
Contract: Covering 200 stores.

Role Overview:

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Mobile Refrigeration Engineer to join a well-established team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer to work across multiple sites in the South Midlands, maintaining refrigeration systems for some of the UK’s leading retailers.

Responsibilities:

• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs (40% PPM, 60% reactive)

• Installation & Small Works (approximately 5% of the role)

• Maintain refrigeration equipment across key retail partners

• Ensure adherence to SLA's (4-hour, 24-hour, 72-hour, 30-day)

• Provide excellent customer service with a professional client-facing presence

• Work efficiently to meet Health & Safety and company standards

• Participate in a 1 in 4 call-out rota, ensuring swift responses to emergencies

Qualifications & Experience:

• NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent in Refrigeration

• F-Gas certification is essential

• Hydrocarbon and CO2 handling experience is desirable

• Previous experience in the refrigeration industry, ideally within commercial settings

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently

• Excellent customer-facing skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients

Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive salary of up to £48k, with door-to-door pay

• Flexible Working Hours: 45-hour week with flexible start and finish times

• Overtime: 1.5x rate for overtime and call-outs

• Van & Fuel Card: Fully equipped van and fuel card (available for personal use)

• Holiday: 30 days (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days with service

• Pension: 4.6% matched pension

• Training & Progression: Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression – we always promote from within

• Job Stability: Work with established, long-term clients with 10+ year relationships

The Team:

You will be joining a national team of 40 mobile engineers, working across various sites, with strong collaboration and support across regions. Believing in promoting from within, providing ample opportunities for career advancement.

Interview Process:

1. Phone Call with the Area SME to discuss your qualifications and experience

2. Microsoft Teams Interview with the Operations/Contract Manager

Why Apply?

This role offers a fantastic chance to join a reputable company with long-term contracts and growth opportunities. You'll have the chance to work with a supportive team, with a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to develop your skills further.