Job Title: Refrigeration Engineer - Hampshire Report to: Service Manager
The Company Established in early 2000's, the business designs, supplies and installs innovative temperature control solutions across the UK. The Sales, Hire and Service teams support customers across a wide range of industry sectors, whether purchasing, hiring or maintaining equipment.
With a clear growth strategy in place, the organisation is committed to investing in employee development and training. Due to continued expansion, an experienced and motivated Lead Refrigeration Engineer is required to join the workshop team.
The Role An experienced Refrigeration Engineer is required to take a key hands-on role within an established service team.
This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing and optimising a hire fleet of chillers and refrigeration equipment.
Responsibilities will include both minor and major chiller repairs, including:
Fault finding and diagnostics
Compressor replacements
Refrigeration circuit leak testing and repair
Component replacement
Warranty repair work
Performance testing and system commissioning
The role also requires maintaining accurate service records, parts logs and warranty documentation, while providing technical guidance and support to junior engineers within the team.
Key Responsibilities Lead and carry out chiller repairs, maintenance and warranty work on the hire fleet
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults on refrigeration systems
Ensure equipment is returned from quarantine and made operational efficiently
Maintain accurate service documentation and technical records
Support system testing, commissioning and performance verification
Provide technical leadership within the workshop team
Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations and Health & Safety standards
Requirements NVQ Level 2-3 (or equivalent) in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
F-Gas Category 1 Certification (essential)
Proven experience in commercial or industrial refrigeration / chiller maintenance
Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills
Ability to lead by example and support team development
Benefits Salary 43-45K (OTE 50-55k)
1-5 on call (Generous on call payment)
Company bonus scheme
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Employee benefits platform
Gym membership contribution
Bike to Work salary sacrifice scheme
Employee referral bonus
Long Service Awards
Sick pay (increasing with service)
Discounted legal advice support
Private healthcare after 2 years' service
Enhanced pension contribution after 2 years' service
Ongoing technical training and development
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