At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and optimise refrigeration and HVAC systems in a high-performance aerospace environment.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with professional development opportunities and family-friendly policies.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring system reliability and driving continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Experience in industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems, with strong troubleshooting skills.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
- HVAC Engineer
- Starting salary: £44,567.17
Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
- Early finish on Fridays
- Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
- Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, etc.
- Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies
Your Role
This role offers a great opportunity to join a high‑performance aerospace environment as a key technical expert in refrigeration and HVAC systems.
You will play a critical role in ensuring system reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement across site operations.
This is a hands‑on and strategic position combining technical expertise, contractor management, and optimisation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the subject‑matter expert for all refrigeration and air conditioning systems across the site(s)
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of refrigeration plant, AC systems, and cooling towers
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards (e. g. F‑Gas, pressure systems, water hygiene/legionella control)
- Develop & implement planned preventive maintenance (PPM) strategies
- Manage and oversee specialist contractors, ensuring quality, value for money, and adherence to scope
- Review and challenge contractor quotations and scopes of work to control costs
- Lead fault diagnosis and provide technical support for complex system issues
- Maintain accurate records, certification, and compliance documentation
- Support audits and inspections, ensuring all systems meet regulatory and internal standards
- Identify opportunities for system optimisation, energy efficiency, and cost reduction
- Provide technical guidance and support to the wider engineering team
- What You'll Bring
- Experience in industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems, ideally including large chillers and complex installations
- Solid understanding of regulatory compliance (F‑Gas, pressure systems, water hygiene/legionella)
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and act as a subject‑matter expert
- Experience in managing contractors, including reviewing and challenging quotations
- A proactive mindset with the ability to drive continuous improvement and optimise system performance
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Senior Refrigeration Engineer (Chillers & Cooling Systems) in Wolverhampton employer: Safran S.A.
Safran Electronics & Defense is an exceptional employer located in Wolverhampton, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development. With competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a strong emphasis on employee well-being, including private medical insurance and a comprehensive health cash plan, the company prioritises its staff's needs. Employees benefit from a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the aerospace and defense sectors.
