AC / Refrigeration Engineer (HVAC Engineer) ; London and Surrounding Areas
; Full:Time Permanent
; Competitive Salary + Overtime + Company Van + Tools + Training + Career Progression
AC and Refrigeration Engineer Jobs in London : HVAC and Commercial Building Services We are seeking an experienced AC / Refrigeration Engineer (HVAC Engineer) to join a growing, safety:focused, and quality:driven engineering organisation operating across London and the surrounding areas.
This role is ideal for engineers with strong fault:finding and maintenance experience who are looking to develop their career across a diverse portfolio of commercial HVAC and refrigeration environments.
You will work on a wide range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, delivering high:quality maintenance while benefiting from structured training, long:term stability, and clear progression opportunities.
Role Overview As an AC / Refrigeration Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering both Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across commercial sites and building services environments.
You will gain hands:on experience working with:
: Split systems
: VRV / VRF systems
: FCUs and AHUs
: Commercial refrigeration systems
: HVAC plant and control systems
: Fault finding, diagnostics, and system optimisation
This is a field:based role offering variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to work within a professional and customer:focused engineering team.
Key Responsibilities Maintenance and Operations
: Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance in line with SFG20 standards and SLA requirements
: Diagnose, repair, and maintain air conditioning and refrigeration systems
: Carry out servicing, inspections, and performance checks across HVAC equipment
: Take ownership of jobs from initial call:out through to completion
: Ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably
Technical and Compliance
: Carry out fault diagnosis and system troubleshooting using appropriate tools and methods
: Produce accurate service reports and technical documentation
: Maintain F:Gas records, logbooks, and compliance documentation
: Update job progress via CAFM systems or mobile working platforms
: Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety (HSEQ) regulations and industry standards
: Follow Safe Systems of Work and site:specific compliance procedures
Client and Team Engagement
: Build strong relationships with clients, site teams, and stakeholders
: Work collaboratively with engineering teams and management
: Deliver a consistently professional and customer:focused service
: Provide technical support and recommendations where required
Efficiency and Continuous Improvement
: Manage materials, refrigerants, and spare parts efficiently
: Identify system faults, operational risks, and improvement opportunities
: Support energy efficiency and system optimisation initiatives
: Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practice
Flexibility and Support
: Support overtime, call:outs, and additional works where required
: Assist with emergency breakdown response and reactive maintenance activities
Skills and Experience Required Essential
: Minimum 2 years' experience as an AC / Refrigeration Engineer or HVAC Engineer
: NVQ / City and Guilds Level 3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent)
: F:Gas Certification (2079 or equivalent)
: Strong fault:finding, diagnostics, and problem:solving skills
: Experience working within commercial HVAC and refrigeration environments
: Good understanding of Health and Safety and compliance procedures
: Full UK driving licence
Desirable
: Experience with VRV / VRF systems, chillers, and AHUs
: Familiarity with CAFM systems or mobile job management platforms
: Additional HVAC, refrigeration, or electrical qualifications
: Experience working within facili