Refrigeration Engineer London

The Opportunity: Level Up Your Engineering Career Have you held your F-Gas for a year or two and feel ready to step away from basic service and into high-level commercial engineering? On behalf of our client, a respected HVAC-R specialist, we are looking for a Refrigeration Engineer who has the foundational skills but is hungry to master the craft. Our client manages a diverse portfolio across London—including commercial offices, premium retail, and hospitality—and they are looking for someone they can mold into a top-tier Senior Engineer. This isn't just a job; it’s a structured path to becoming one of the best-paid specialists in the city. What’s in it for You? Exceptional Base: A starting salary of £45,000 - £50,000—significantly above the market average for intermediate roles. The "Safety Net": You’ll have direct access to a Senior Technical Lead for advice on complex faults. No being "thrown under the bus" on sites you don't understand yet. Advanced Training: Our client will pay for your specialized certifications (e.g., CO2, Hydrocarbons, or Manufacturer-specific training with brands like Foster or Williams). Modern Fleet: A high-spec, air-conditioned van, fuel card, and the latest digital diagnostic tools. Your Role Progressive Maintenance: Moving from simple PPMs to complex reactive fault-finding on cold rooms, walk-in freezers, and bespoke commercial cooling. Diagnostics: Learning to identify electrical and mechanical failures with precision rather than just swapping parts. F-Gas Management: Taking full ownership of refrigerant tracking and leak testing on modern, high-efficiency systems. Client Interaction: Building your professional reputation by advising site managers on system health and efficiency. What We Are Looking For The Essentials: F-Gas Category 1 (2079): You must hold this and have used it in a commercial setting for at least 1–2 years. Foundational Knowledge: NVQ Level 2 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning. A "Sponge" Mindset: A genuine desire to learn and take on more technical responsibility. Driving License: Full UK license (maximum 6 points). Bonus Points if You Have: Basic experience with Air Conditioning (Splits/VRF). Experience in the hospitality or retail sectors. How to Apply If you’ve got your F-Gas and you're ready for a company that will actually invest in your future, click Apply Now. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We prioritize potential and attitude as much as years on a CV