Refrigeration Engineer

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Overview

Award winning pub, bar and restaurant group – London – Up to £55,000 + Benefits

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join our Maintenance Team at Urban Pubs and Bars. If you have a passion for repairs and installations, with a great attitude then we would love to speak to you!

What It’s All About

As a Refrigeration Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all refrigeration and cooling equipment across our estate. This includes cellar cooling systems, ice machines, fridges, freezers, and walk-in cold rooms. You will ensure all work is carried out in compliance with current British Standards, F-Gas regulations, and company procedures, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency for our venues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of refrigeration systems including:
    • Cellar cooling units
    • Ice machines
    • Display fridges and undercounter units
    • Walk-in fridges and freezers
  • Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works across multiple sites.
  • Ensure all work meets current British Standards and Health & Safety requirements.
  • Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
  • Work collaboratively with the wider property and engineering team.
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and out-of-hours call-outs on a rota basis.
  • Recommend improvements or replacements where necessary to optimise efficiency.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Essential
    • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent).
    • F-Gas Category 1 certification (in-date).
    • Full understanding of relevant British Standards and industry best practice.
    • Proven experience with commercial refrigeration equipment.
    • Valid UK driving licence.
  • Desirable
    • Experience in the hospitality sector.
    • Additional electrical qualifications (e.g., 17th/18th Edition).
    • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

What We Looking For

  • Personality and initiative, be proactive, and be self-motivated
  • Flexible and adaptable, there’s always something happening so you’ll need to work well under pressure
  • Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels and a real team player
  • Attention to detail, integrity, and good judgement
  • Must be highly competent (and confident)
  • Proven experience in current / previous roles

What’s On Offer

  • Salary up to £55k p/a
  • Get out and about, you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
  • Regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
  • 28 days holiday
  • Access to Licence Trade Charity
  • Good people know good people – an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per person
  • Access your Wages anytime through Wagestream
  • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption pay

Interested in hearing more, get in touch so we can arrange to meet up and show you some of our sites.

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Overview

Award winning pub, bar and restaurant group – London – Up to £55,000 + Benefits

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join our Maintenance Team at Urban Pubs and Bars. If you have a passion for repairs and installations, with a great attitude then we would love to speak to you!

What It’s All About

As a Refrigeration Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of all refrigeration and cooling equipment across our estate. This includes cellar cooling systems, ice machines, fridges, freezers, and walk-in cold rooms. You will ensure all work is carried out in compliance with current British Standards, F-Gas regulations, and company procedures, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency for our venues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of refrigeration systems including:
    • Cellar cooling units
    • Ice machines
    • Display fridges and undercounter units
    • Walk-in fridges and freezers
  • Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works across multiple sites.
  • Ensure all work meets current British Standards and Health & Safety requirements.
  • Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
  • Work collaboratively with the wider property and engineering team.
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and out-of-hours call-outs on a rota basis.
  • Recommend improvements or replacements where necessary to optimise efficiency.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Essential
    • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent).
    • F-Gas Category 1 certification (in-date).
    • Full understanding of relevant British Standards and industry best practice.
    • Proven experience with commercial refrigeration equipment.
    • Valid UK driving licence.
  • Desirable
    • Experience in the hospitality sector.
    • Additional electrical qualifications (e.g., 17th/18th Edition).
    • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

What We Looking For

  • Personality and initiative, be proactive, and be self-motivated
  • Flexible and adaptable, there’s always something happening so you’ll need to work well under pressure
  • Ability to build strong working relationships at all levels and a real team player
  • Attention to detail, integrity, and good judgement
  • Must be highly competent (and confident)
  • Proven experience in current / previous roles

What’s On Offer

  • Salary up to £55k p/a
  • Get out and about, you automatically get discounts across all our pubs, bars and restaurants
  • Regular incentives and socials – a fun, family atmosphere
  • 28 days holiday
  • Access to Licence Trade Charity
  • Good people know good people – an awesome referral scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per person
  • Access your Wages anytime through Wagestream
  • Birthdays are for celebrating, so have the day off on us
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption pay

Interested in hearing more, get in touch so we can arrange to meet up and show you some of our sites.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: May 8th, 2026