Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

Gainsborough

Full-Time, Permanent

£36,000 to £38,000 Based on Experience

About the Role: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

HBG Recruitment are seeking an Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer to join on of our growing clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of HVAC systems across residential, commercial, industrial, and modular buildings. If you’re looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can work with a professional, supportive team—this is it.

Key Responsibilities: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

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Install, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems (split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs).

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Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive service callouts.

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Diagnose faults and perform repairs on refrigeration units, including chillers, cold rooms, ice machines, and display cabinets.

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Handle refrigerant recovery, gas charging, and commissioning of new installations.

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Perform electrical fault finding, brazing, and compressor/component replacement.

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Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations and Health & Safety standards.

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Liaise with customers in a professional manner and support junior technicians as required.

What We're Looking For: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

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NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning / City & Guilds equivalent.

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F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential).

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Proven experience working with commercial and industrial A/C and refrigeration systems.

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Excellent fault diagnosis and repair skills.

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Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

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Full UK driving licence with a clean record.

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Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with great communication skills.

Benefits: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

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salary (negotiable based on experience).

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Company van, tools, uniform, and fuel card.

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Ongoing training and certification support.

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Overtime opportunities.

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Supportive, safety-first culture