HVAC Engineer - Portsmouth
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE + Overtime + Company Vehicle + Call Out Allowance
Company Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HVAC Engineer to join a growing and well-established building services company operating across Portsmouth, Hampshire, and the South Coast. The successful candidate will work across commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, and MOD environments carrying out installation, service, maintenance, and repair works on a wide range of HVAC equipment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking for long-term career progression, overtime opportunities, manufacturer training, and a strong benefits package.
Role Overview
As an HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for the planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdowns, fault finding, servicing, commissioning, and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. You will ensure all systems operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with current regulations and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on HVAC systems
Diagnose and repair faults on commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems
Service and maintain VRV/VRF systems, split systems, chillers, AHUs, FCUs, and ventilation systems
Install and commission HVAC equipment and associated pipework
Perform reactive maintenance and emergency breakdown response
Conduct F-Gas compliance testing and refrigerant leak detection
Replace compressors, motors, valves, sensors, controls, and electrical components
Complete system evacuations, pressure testing, and refrigerant charging
Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety regulations and industry standards
Complete service reports, maintenance records, and risk assessments accurately
Liaise professionally with clients, site managers, subcontractors, and internal teams
Provide technical support and recommendations to customers regarding system performance and energy efficiency
Participate in on-call rota when required HVAC Systems & Equipment Worked On
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working on:
VRV / VRF Systems
Split & Multi-Split Systems
Chillers
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
Heat Pumps
Ventilation Systems
Refrigeration Equipment
Commercial Boilers & Heating Systems
BMS Controls & HVAC Controls Systems
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
Proven experience as an HVAC Engineer or Air Conditioning Engineer
F-Gas Category 1 Certification
NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or equivalent
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience servicing commercial HVAC equipment
Full UK Driving Licence
Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Desirable:
IPAF & PASMA certifications
CSCS Card
Electrical qualifications
Experience with BMS systems
Commercial Gas qualifications
Experience within MOD, healthcare, or industrial sites
Package & Benefits
Competitive salary (£40k-£50k DOE)
Paid overtime opportunities
Door-to-door travel pay
Company van & fuel card
Tools, uniform, phone, and tablet provided
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme
Ongoing manufacturer training and development
Career progression opportunities
Call-out allowance
Private healthcare (depending on employer)
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
08:00am - 5:00pm
Overtime and call-out rota available
Interested?
If you're an experienced HVAC Engineer looking for a well-paid London role with strong earning potential and stability, apply today.
Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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