Air conditioning engineer in Stockport

Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Engineer

Location: Manchester
Salary: Up to £46,000 + Company Van + Overtime + Progression
Contract: Full Time | Permanent

Air Conditioning Engineer Jobs in Manchester

Are you an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer looking for something different from the usual service and maintenance role?

We are recruiting for an Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Engineer to join a growing Facilities Management and Building Services company in Manchester.

This is a rare opportunity to become the first dedicated in-house AC engineer, helping the business bring more air conditioning and heat pump work in-house rather than relying on subcontractors. You'll play a key role in shaping the company's HVAC offering and have genuine input into how the service develops.

If you enjoy installation work, problem solving, and taking ownership of projects, this role offers far more variety and progression than a typical AC service position.

The Role

As the company's dedicated Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

• Air conditioning installations

• Heat pump installations and commissioning

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)

• Reactive maintenance and fault finding

• Small HVAC projects and upgrades

• Supporting the growth of the company's in-house HVAC division

• Providing technical support and working directly with clients

This is a varied role combining installation, maintenance, fault finding, and project work across commercial properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Install split, multi-split, VRF and VRV air conditioning systems

• Install and commission heat pump systems

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and reactive repairs

• Diagnose faults and complete remedial works

• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPMs)

• Complete job reports and maintenance documentation

• Ensure all work complies with current regulations and manufacturer standards

• Deliver excellent customer service on site

• Support the continued growth of the company's HVAC services

Essential Requirements

• F-Gas Qualification

• Proven experience as an Air Conditioning Engineer or HVAC Engineer

• Experience installing and maintaining commercial air conditioning systems

• Strong fault-finding skills

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

Desirable Experience

• Heat pump installation or servicing experience

• VRF / VRV installation experience

• Electrical knowledge

• Commissioning experience

• Facilities Management or Building Services background

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £46,000 basic salary

• Company van

• Fuel card

• Overtime opportunities

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Company pension

• Ongoing training and manufacturer courses

• Genuine career progression

• Opportunity to help build and develop an in-house HVAC division

• Long-term job security with a growing business

Why Join Us?

This isn't just another Air Conditioning Engineer role.

You'll become the company's dedicated HVAC specialist, helping bring air conditioning and heat pump works in-house while reducing reliance on subcontractors. It's a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who wants to take ownership, broaden their skillset, and play a key role in the future growth of the business.