Philip Hardy Recruitment are searching for an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join our client, a well-established specialist in the maintenance and installation of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, based in the Manchester area.
Benefits:
- Above market salary up to £40,000/annum (negotiable on experience)
- Company Pension
- Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
- Double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays
- Company van and fuel card
- Mobile phone
You’ll use your proven previous experience as a Refrigeration Engineer to install, commission and maintain refrigeration and cooling systems, with a focus on hydrocarbon refrigerants, for commercial and industrial customers across the North of England.
The successful candidate will be time-served as a Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Engineer with experience in troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, commission and maintain refrigeration and cooling systems, with a focus on hydrocarbon refrigerants.
- Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance.
- Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations related to hydrocarbon refrigerants and equipment operation.
- Maintain accurate service records and report system status to management.
- Collaborate effectively with clients and team members to provide timely refrigeration support.
You will need:
- Experience in installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems, specifically with hydrocarbon refrigerants.
- Strong knowledge of refrigeration components, such as compressors, condensers, evaporators and controls.
- Understanding of safe handling and regulations for hydrocarbon refrigerants.
- City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas certification.
- City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and system schematics.
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently or in a small team.
- Flexibility in working hours is essential for this role, as well as the ability to be on call on a one in every three-week basis.
- Full clean valid driving licence (any points and penalties will be given further consideration at interview once the number and type have been established).
- Willingness to travel within the UK and, if necessary, stay away from home. This requirement only occurs from time-to-time.
- Assisting with the day-to-day operational requirements in the warehouse/stock facility.
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a two-man team.
- You should have excellent awareness and knowledge of health and safety practices.
Pay: £37,500.00-£42,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
Work Location: In person
