Job Description
Job Title: Air Conditioning Engineering SupervisorLocation: NationalTravel Required, can be based in Bristol/Oxted /London/ Haydock or surrounding these offices.Contract Type: PermanentSalary: Up to £48,000 per annum+ Company Car + Benefits
Role OverviewWe are seeking a technically strong and qualified Air Conditioning Biased Engineering Supervisor or experienced AC Engineers/ Senior Engineers looking to take the next step up, to lead and support a team of engineers delivering planned maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across a range of air conditioning systems.
This is a hybrid supervisory role combining 40% office-based responsibilities (compliance management, technical support, and performance oversight) with 60% field-based supervision including site audits and hands-on support where required. The successful candidate will act as the primary technical escalation point while ensuring engineering standards, compliance, and service delivery are consistently maintained.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise a team of engineers delivering PPM, reactive maintenance, and fault diagnosis on commercial split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, chillers, and refrigeration units.
* Act as the technical escalation point for complex system faults, operational issues, and client escalations.
* Ensure full compliance with F-Gas regulations, refrigerant handling procedures, environmental legislation, Health & Safety standards, and Permit to Work (PTW) requirements.
* Support the management of engineering rotas to ensure effective coverage for planned maintenance and reactive call outs, including standby or out-of-hours support when required.
* Conduct on-site supervision and technical audits to ensure safe working practices, quality of work, and engineering standards are maintained.
* Oversee and deliver small works projects including system upgrades, installations, replacements, refrigerant tracking, and efficiency improvements.
* Maintain accurate records within the CAFM system including service history, maintenance records, compliance documentation, and refrigerant usage logs.
* Deliver toolbox talks, technical coaching, and regulatory updates to ensure ongoing team development and compliance awareness.
* Provide support to multi-skilled engineers when operational needs require assistance outside of core AC works.
* Liaise with clients and internal stakeholders to manage expectations, resolve issues, and ensure a high level of service delivery.
* Support line management with performance monitoring, training development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Act as AP for Air Conditioning within the contract scope.
* Undertake national travel as required to support operational delivery.
Required Qualifications & Experience
* NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (or equivalent).
* Valid F-Gas Certification Category 1 (C&G 2079 or equivalent).
* Time-served apprenticeship or strong background within Air Conditioning / HVAC / Refrigeration systems.
* City & Guilds 7189 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Level 2 or 3.
* City & Guilds 6090 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Systems.
* Electrical qualification or strong electrical knowledge.
* Experience working under the SFG20 maintenance framework.
* Health & Safety qualification such as IOSH or equivalent.
* Experience working on complex or critical sites including large plant, chillers, and AHUs.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Buy and sell holiday scheme.
* One paid volunteering day per year.
* Company car provided for regional travel.
* Employee Assistance Programme to support wellbeing.
* Company pension scheme (auto enrolment).
* Ongoing training and development within a supportive team environment.
* Company events.
Apply NowIf you are an experienced Air Conditioning Supervisor or Senior Engineer looking to step into a leadership role within a supportive and growing environment, we would be keen to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the opportunity further.
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