09th November, 2026
AC & Refrigeration Engineer
Location: Peterborough (PE1) - covering surrounding areas (up to a 2-hour radius)
Salary: £47,008 per annum (£22.60 per hour) + Overtime
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced AC & Refrigeration Engineer to join an established and growing engineering team based in Peterborough.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a strong industrial and commercial HVAC background who is looking for a stable, permanent position offering competitive pay, overtime opportunities and an excellent benefits package.
You will be working across a varied portfolio of industrial and commercial sites, carrying out maintenance, installations, fault-finding and project work.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on AC and refrigeration systems.
- Installing, servicing and fault-finding on VRV/VRF systems, AHUs and cold rooms.
- Working across a range of industrial and commercial environments.
- Completing commissioning paperwork accurately and efficiently.
- Building strong relationships with customers and clients on site.
- Identifying additional works and reporting issues to the Project Manager.
- Working independently while supporting the wider engineering team.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
What We're Looking For
- Strong background in industrial HVAC, air conditioning and refrigeration.
- Minimum Level 2 AC qualification.
- Relevant industry qualifications such as F-Gas, City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent.
- Experience working with VRV/VRF systems, AHUs and cold rooms.
- Confident carrying out installation, maintenance and fault-finding.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with clients.
- Experience completing commissioning paperwork.
- Full UK driving licence.
What's On Offer?
- £47,008 annual salary (£22.60 per hour).
- Overtime opportunities to boost earnings.
- Company van.
- Company phone and tablet.
- Tools provided or tools allowance.
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
- No on-call requirement.
- 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Christmas shutdown.
- 3% employer pension contribution.
- Employee Assistance Programme and mental wellbeing support.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Stable, long-term maintenance contracts and project work.
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AC & Refrigeration Engineer employer: Options Resourcing Limited
At Options Resourcing, we pride ourselves on being more than just a recruitment agency; we are a vibrant community where ambition meets opportunity. Located in the heart of Southampton, our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and celebrates every success, big or small. With uncapped commission, fast-track progression, and comprehensive training from day one, we empower our employees to thrive in their careers while enjoying a fun and energetic environment.
Contact Details:
Options Resourcing Limited Recruitment Team
