Job Description
Air Conditioning Engineer (Mobile Role)
A leading building services provider is seeking a skilled Air Conditioning (AC) Engineer to join its Facilities Management team. This mobile position involves delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repair services across a variety of commercial client sites, ensuring HVAC and refrigeration systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational.
Operating across multiple locations daily, the role is critical to maintaining indoor comfort, system efficiency, and client satisfaction. Flexibility and a proactive, professional approach are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Maintenance
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Perform scheduled PPM tasks on air conditioning systems including split, VRV/VRF, and multi-split units.
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Carry out maintenance and repairs on chillers and refrigeration units as required.
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Diagnose faults and replace key components such as compressors, motors, sensors, and control boards.
Safety & Compliance
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Ensure all work is completed in line with F-Gas regulations and current health & safety legislation.
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Stay up to date with HVAC industry standards and manufacturer guidelines.
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Report any safety risks or incidents promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
Documentation & Reporting
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Accurately complete service reports, compliance forms, and job sheets.
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Maintain clear records of refrigerant use and parts fitted for audit purposes.
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Communicate system issues, completed work, and any further requirements to supervisors.
Team Collaboration
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Work effectively with fellow mobile engineers and support staff to meet client service expectations.
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Offer technical support to less experienced team members and contribute to team improvement.
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Represent the business in a professional manner when liaising with clients on-site.
Skills & Qualifications
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City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (or equivalent).
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F-Gas Category 1 certification (2079).
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Valid CSCS card and full UK driving licence.
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Experience with commercial HVAC, chiller, and refrigeration system maintenance.
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Skilled in brazing and assembling/replacing metal components.
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Self-motivated with strong time management and the ability to work independently across multiple sites.
Working Conditions
This mobile role covers various commercial client locations primarily in the central belt of Scotland. It involves daily travel for PPMs and reactive maintenance, with out-of-hours support on a rota basis. Flexibility to respond to urgent issues is essential.
Job Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
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Company pension
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Opportunities for overtime
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Weekend availability (rota-based)
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday
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Overtime and on-call work as required
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
