Overview
We have an opportunity for a Senior Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Service Engineer to join our team, taking responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. This is a senior hands‑on role requiring strong HVACR expertise, a proactive approach to problem solving, and the ability to deliver high quality service to a wide range of clients.
The role offers plenty of variety, from planned preventative maintenance through to reactive emergency breakdown response, working across both domestic and commercial environments.
You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs, and maintaining a wide range of air conditioning systems. You will also support the admin team in preparing detailed and accurate quotations for remedial works.
Location
On the road. During the first few months you will need to travel across all client locations to familiarise yourself with the scope of sites and equipment we support. Once you have an understanding of the range of clients and equipment, the role will centre predominately in the Oxfordshire area, with occasional travel to other regions. No overnight stays are required.
Job Type
- Full‑time, permanent
- 40 hour week
- Monday to Friday
- No on‑call rota
Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing on a range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems
- Diagnose faults and carry out reactive maintenance across commercial properties
- Assist in site surveys, quotes, and RAMS for customers
- Work across a variety of sites, including offices, residential properties, and retail sites
- Ensure all work is completed in line with current regulations and company standards
- Lead maintenance teams during complex repair or installation projects, ensuring safety and quality standards are met
- Experience with food service and cold storage systems
- Work on split air conditioning, VRV / VRF systems, including water‑cooled, cold/freezer rooms, water chillers, close control units, and desirable chilled water systems
- Small ventilation works
- Work with humidifiers (desirable)
Requirements and Qualifications
- Level 2 City and Guilds Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Level 3 desirable)
- FGas 2079 Level 1
- C&G Hydrocarbons certification
- 10 years experience in the air conditioning industry
- Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with clients
- Ensure work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to standards and legislation
- Provide senior‑level technical support and demonstrate leadership through experience and knowledge
- Comfortable working independently and managing workloads effectively without supervision
- Good electrical knowledge – control circuits, electrical diagnostics, and ability to read wiring schematics
- Strong problem solver
- Full/manual driving licence
Benefits
- Phone
- Competitive salary
- Company vehicle and fuel card with some personal use allowed
- Tools, uniform, and PPE provided
- Ongoing training and development
- 21 days holiday (increasing to 25 days) plus bank holidays
Salary
From £42,000.00 per year.
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