At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and maintain HVAC and refrigeration systems in mobile medical units across the South.
- Company: Join a leading company in the healthcare engineering sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension, healthcare, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in healthcare by ensuring vital systems are operational and compliant.
- Qualifications: Experience in refrigeration and HVAC service engineering with relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer to work on a permanent basis in Southampton. The role will be covering from Midlands to South areas. Salary is £35-45,000 per annum plus 25 days’ holiday and bank holidays, pension, overtime, healthcare etc.
You will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems installed within mobile medical units. The role involves nationwide travel across healthcare sites, ensuring systems remain fully operational and compliant.
Key Responsibilities:- Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on:
- Split air conditioning systems
- Cold water chiller systems
- Air handling units (AHUs)
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) inspections on mobile medical units
- Diagnose and repair refrigeration and HVAC faults efficiently to minimise downtime
- Carry out leak detection, refrigerant handling and refrigeration system repairs
- Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals
- Complete service reports and compliance documentation accurately
- Travel to NHS and private healthcare facilities across the South of England
- Participate in a 24-hour on-call rota for breakdown support
- Assist with installations, commissioning and upgrade projects where required
- Maintain company tools, testing equipment and company vehicle
- Carry out additional engineering duties within your competency level
Applicants should have previous experience within refrigeration and HVAC service engineering and be comfortable working independently in the field.
Essential skills and experience include:- Proven refrigeration and HVAC maintenance and fault-finding experience
- Experience working with:
- Split AC systems
- Chillers
- AHUs
- F-Gas Category 1 certification
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent
- Strong understanding of refrigeration components and diagnostics
- Good understanding of health & safety procedures
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Willingness to travel across the South of England
- Field service/mobile engineer experience
- City & Guilds qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
- Experience within healthcare or commercial environments
Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW.
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer in Southampton employer: Simply Recruitment Group
Simply Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values employee development and well-being. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive benefits including a company pension and healthcare, employees are encouraged to grow their skills in a dynamic environment while working in the beautiful Wirral area, which provides a perfect blend of professional opportunities and quality of life.
