At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair HVAC and refrigeration systems while leading a dynamic engineering team.
- Company: Established manufacturing business with a focus on career growth and development.
- Benefits: Earn £21 per hour, enjoy a company vehicle, healthcare, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Ongoing training and excellent long-term career prospects await you.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in a stable, rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Refrigeration Engineer and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 21 - 21 £ per hour.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join a well-established business.
This is a permanent, static role based at a large manufacturing site in King's Lynn, offering excellent long-term career prospects, ongoing training, and development opportunities.
- Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
- 42.5 hours per week
- On-call rota: 1 week in every 4
- Salary & Benefits
- £150 per week on-call retainer
- Overtime paid at applicable rates during call-outs
- Door-to-door payment for all call-outs
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Company smartphone
- Company laptop/tablet
- Uniform provided
- Company pension scheme
- Healthcare scheme including dental and optical cover
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days with length of service
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
The Role
The Refrigeration Engineer will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), servicing, fault finding, and repair work across the site's HVAC and refrigeration systems.
In addition to technical responsibilities, the successful candidate will lead and organise the on-site engineering team, ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
The role also involves liaising directly with the client regarding completed and upcoming works, while working closely with the Mechanical Service Manager to coordinate planned maintenance schedules and ensure service documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
- Diagnose faults and complete repair and service work.
- Maintain air conditioning, water chillers, and DX refrigeration systems.
- Lead and coordinate the on-site engineering team.
- Ensure all maintenance records and service reports are completed accurately.
- Liaise directly with the customer regarding ongoing and completed works.
- Support the planning and organisation of future maintenance activities.
- Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Refrigeration Engineer.
- City & Guilds 2079 Refrigerant Handling Certificate (F-Gas).
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong fault-finding and maintenance experience across commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Desirable Qualifications
- IPAF Certification.
- PASMA Certification.
- Relevant Skill Card.
- Right to Work
Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.
- Contact: Harry Severn @ ARC
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Refrigeration Engineer employer: ARC Group
ARC is an exceptional employer for Electricians, offering competitive pay and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being. With a strong focus on professional growth, employees benefit from ongoing assignments, free online training, and access to health support for themselves and their families. Working in Chelsea on high-end domestic projects, you'll be part of a leading recruitment agency known for its commitment to client satisfaction and employee development.
