Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Installation Engineer

Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Installation EngineerLocation: Mobile – North West (within a 40-mile radius of Preston)
Salary: Up to £39,000 basic + discretionary annual bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00
The Company
We are working with a well-established, privately owned, family-run building services contractor based in Preston, with over 80 years’ experience in the HVAC industry. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality installations and maintenance across a wide range of commercial sectors.
They operate within a 40-mile radius of Preston and have a team of 30 mobile engineers supported by a dedicated office-based team. Around 75% of their work is in the education sector (including universities, academies, and PFI schools), with the remaining 25% across car showrooms, offices, churches, sheltered housing, fire stations, and leisure centres.
The Role
As an Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation of a wide range of air conditioning systems, including:

• Split systems
• VRF / VRV systems
• Ducted units
• HVRF systems
• Air source heat pumps and associated mechanical plant

This is a mobile role covering commercial sites across the North West. The ideal candidate will be based in or around Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington or East Lancashire.
Key Requirements

• Proven experience in installing commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Current F-Gas (Category 1) certification
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with clients
• CSCS card and relevant health & safety training desirable

Package

• Basic salary up to £39,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Company van and fuel card (travel paid after the first 30 minutes each way)
• Plenty of overtime available (paid)
• No call-out rota
• 24 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays (32 days in total, with 7 days reserved for Christmas shutdown)
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension scheme (contributory)
• Full PPE and uniform provided