Catering Refrigeration Engineer

Company: CBRE
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

London – England – United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

If you’re a specialist who knows that a few degrees can make a world of difference, we want to hear from you. We are looking for a dedicated Catering Refrigeration Engineer to join the CBRE team. In this role, you’ll be the technical expert ensuring that vital cold-storage and kitchen systems remain operational, efficient, and safe. You won’t just be maintaining hardware; you’ll be protecting our clients’ inventory and ensuring their operations never skip a beat.

What You’ll Do

  • Take total ownership of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, working independently to keep critical cooling systems and kitchen services running at peak performance.
  • Act as the first line of defence for emergency repairs, diagnosing faults and restoring service rapidly to meet demanding service level agreements.
  • Prioritise safety above all else by conducting personal risk assessments, managing the permit‑to‑work system, and ensuring every repair meets current QHSE regulations.
  • Close out help desk requests and work orders with precision, ensuring all digital documentation and service reports are completed promptly.
  • Bridge the gap between the plant room and the front office by building trusting, professional relationships with Facilities Managers and kitchen staff.
  • Supervise and support third‑party subcontractors on‑site, ensuring their work aligns with our high quality and safety standards.
  • Manage the “fix” from start to finish, which includes identifying required parts and coordinating with technical administration for procurement.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by spotting potential equipment failures early and escalating urgent technical issues to Engineering Leaders before they become disasters.
  • Contribute your own ideas and initiatives to help us innovate, improve energy efficiency, and deliver a world‑class service to our clients.
  • Lend your expertise to installation projects and other technical tasks as needed to support the wider engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience in maintaining commercial refrigeration units, walk‑in cold rooms, and catering equipment.
  • Relevant F‑Gas certification and technical electrical/mechanical qualifications are essential.
  • The ability to troubleshoot complex cooling cycles and control circuits under pressure.
  • A professional demeanor with the communication skills to explain technical issues to non-technical staff.
  • A disciplined approach to current regulations and a commitment to safe working practices.

Service line: GWS Segment

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Posted: April 17th, 2026