Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer-Heathrow

Job Opportunity: Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer
Location: Heathrow Airport

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer to join our team at Heathrow Airport. Working within our Small Works and Facilities team, this is a varied and hands-on role carrying out maintenance, repairs, and minor installations across terminal buildings and critical infrastructure areas.

If you\’re looking to take the next step in your HVAC career and work in one of the UK\’s most dynamic and secure environments, we\’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Carry out reactive and planned maintenance on air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems (DX units, split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, etc.)
2. Diagnose faults and perform necessary repairs efficiently and to a high standard
3. Support minor installation and upgrade works across terminals and plant rooms
4. Monitor and maintain critical HVAC systems in compliance with industry regulations
5. Accurately complete service reports, logbooks, and maintenance records
6. Adhere strictly to health & safety and airport security protocols at all times
7. Liaise with supervisors, clients, and other trades to deliver works smoothly and effectively

Requirements:

1. NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or equivalent
2. F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential)
3. Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and electrical fault-finding
4. Previous experience in a commercial or industrial environment (airport experience beneficial)
5. CSCS/ECS card
6. Full UK driving licence preferred
7. Must be eligible for Heathrow security clearance (clean criminal record and right to work in the UK)

What We Offer:

1. £18 – £26PH – core 40-hour week – 7.45 – 4.30.
2. Position is fluid and as hourly paid salary moves in accordance with hours worked, no restrictions on hours / overtime
3. Van & Fuel
4. 22 days holiday + bank holidays
5. Death in service
6. Stakeholder Pension Scheme
7. Mobile phone
8. Abundance of Overtime & Night shift work opportunities – Night works – (usually 21.00 – 03.30/04.00)
9. Company pension scheme and holiday allowance
10. Uniform, PPE, and tools provided
11. Long-term role with job security and progression opportunities
12. A chance to work on varied and impactful projects within Heathrow Airport\’s dynamic environment

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