Commercial Refrigeration Engineer - Sussex and Kent
Location
(Field-based / Sussex, Kent & Surrey – with travel to customer sites) NO LONDON WORK.
Salary
£38,000 – £45,000 per annum
Overtime, on-call allowance, company vehicle, private health care, and benefits
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Engineer to install, service, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration systems across a range of customer sites. The successful candidate will ensure equipment operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with UK regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Install, service, maintain, and repair commercial refrigeration systems
• Work on equipment such as:
Cold rooms & freezers
* Blast Freezers
o Display cases & cabinets
o Walk-in chillers/freezers
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Respond to emergency breakdown call-outs
• Complete service reports and documentation accurately
• Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations, health & safety standards, and company procedures
• Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, and office staff
• Maintain company tools, vehicle, and equipment
Essential Requirements
• Proven experience as a Commercial Refrigeration Engineer
• F-Gas Category 1 (or equivalent)
• Relevant NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to participate in on-call rota
• Good communication and customer service skills
Desirable Skills & Experience
• Experience working on transport refrigeration
• Knowledge of CO₂, Hydrocarbon, or Ammonia systems
• City & Guilds 2079 or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems
• IPAF / PASMA / CSCS (or willingness to obtain)
Benefits
• Competitive salary with overtime and on-call payments
• Company van, fuel card, tools, and PPE
• Private Health Care
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (Door to Door)
On-call rota (typically 1 week in 4)