Air Conditioning Engineer
Optec Services is a well:established electrical, HVAC and renewables contractor based at Westcott Venture Park near Aylesbury. Our main client is the UKs leading garden building company; we also supply and install solar PV and air conditioning systems across the domestic and light commercial markets.
We are pleased to be recruiting an Air Conditioning Engineer to join our growing team, working across domestic and light commercial air conditioning projects.
The successful candidate will become an important member of our installation and maintenance team, supporting a long:term garden building client installing standard split and multi:split AC systems, alongside servicing, maintenance and occasional commercial AC works for our facilities management clients.
This role is suited to an engineer who is F:Gas qualified, has good hands:on experience in air conditioning and is confident working both independently and as part of a team. The role would suit someone looking to step up from a junior position without the pressure of a fully senior role.
Scope
Installation and commissioning of standard split and multi:split air conditioning systems
Planned servicing and maintenance of existing air conditioning assets
Fault finding and minor reactive works where required
Support commercial air conditioning works for facilities management clients
Work independently on smaller jobs and alongside other engineers on larger installations
Travel to sites across the UK as required
Occasional overnight stays (hotels and food fully paid for by the company)
Work on sites alongside company electricians on garden building installations
Provide a professional, customer:focused service on site
Complete job sheets and reporting accurately using our mobile job management system
Carry out any additional duties as directed by the Line Manager
Career Progression Opportunities
Opportunity to develop into a senior engineer role as experience and confidence increase
Ongoing technical training and support across installation, service and light commercial work
Scope to take on greater responsibility over time
Long:term role within a stable and growing business
Progression based on performance, reliability and attitude
Essential Skills and Experience
City and Guilds 2079 F:Gas CAT1 ODS Regulations Qualification
Good hands:on experience installing and servicing split air conditioning systems
Basic fault:finding and commissioning ability
Ability to work independently and manage day:to:day workload
Electrical awareness and practical problem:solving ability
Professional, reliable and customer:focused approach
Willingness to travel and stay away when required
Must hold a valid full UK driving licence
Desirable Skills and Experience
Experience with multi:split or light commercial AC systems
Previous experience working in domestic and commercial environments
Familiarity with mobile job management or reporting systems
Good Health and Safety awareness
Interest in developing broader HVAC, ventilation or electrical skills
Remuneration
Full:time, permanent position : Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
GBP 37,000 basic salary per annum
GBP 300 paid per month performance bonus ( GBP 3,600 per year at 100)
Bonus is performance:based, with the opportunity to exceed 100 for exceptional performance
Company vehicle and tools provided (business use only)
All hotels and food paid for when staying away
Uniform provided
Stable, consistent workload with a key long:term client
Company pension scheme
Opportunities for additional training and certification
Health Insurance pay back scheme
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with solid AC experience looking to progress their career, increase their earnings and work within a practical, supportive team where performance and development are recognised.
Job Types: Full:time, Permanent