Job Title: Industrial Refrigeration Engineer – Ammonia Experience
Location: London, Essex, Midlands
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 (Depending on Experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (50 hours/week incl. overtime)
Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Industrial Refrigeration Engineer to join a well-established company specialising in industrial and commercial refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working with ammonia-based systems and other refrigeration technologies across various industrial environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out service and maintenance tasks on refrigeration systems at customer sites in accordance with company standards.
* Support commissioning and assist in managing refrigeration installation projects.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety procedures and legal requirements during all work activities.
* Identify and report opportunities to improve plant safety, performance, and reliability.
* Carry out ad-hoc duties as required by the Supervisor or General Manager.
* Be flexible to work additional hours including evenings and weekends when needed (short notice may apply).
* Effectively manage your schedule using email and calendar tools to complete tasks efficiently.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
* City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent).
* F-Gas qualification (Refrigerant Handling – Category 1).
* Ammonia Safe Handling Certification (mandatory).
* Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial/commercial refrigeration service and installation.
* Strong knowledge and experience with:
* CO₂ systems
* Ammonia-based systems
* Electrical fault finding
* Valid CSCS card.
* IPAF, PASMA (Mobile Tower), and Asbestos Awareness training.
* Ability to work independently and manage workloads across multiple sites.
Additional Information:
* Standard working hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (Monday to Friday), 50 hours/week
* Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
* Overtime opportunities available (rates and structure to be discussed at interview)
* Company vehicle and fuel card may be provided depending on role structure