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Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer. We are looking for experienced Air Conditioning Engineers / Installation Engineers to join a well-established and growing HVAC business, covering Northampton and the surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on installation Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer role working across a variety of commercial, retail and domestic properties, installing, commissioning and handing over air conditioning and ventilation systems. The position would suit an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking for a strong basic salary, paid travel time, regular overtime and long-term career progression.

What’s On Offer for the Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer
*Salary of £45,000 - £65,000, depending on experience
*Annual performance bonus
*Overtime paid at time and a half
*Travel time paid each day
*Company van
*Company mobile phone and tablet
*21 days holiday + Bank Holidays
*Birthday off
*Pension scheme
*Power tools and PPE provided
*Training and certification support
*Career progression opportunities
*Jobs planned 2-3 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your workload


The Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer Role

As an Air Conditioning Engineer HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for installing and commissioning a range of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation systems. You will work closely with project managers, site teams and other trades to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. There is also an opportunity to work as a Team Leader.
Your Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer responsibilities will include:

*Installing and commissioning air conditioning systems including splits, VRF and ducted systems
*Installing mechanical ventilation systems across commercial, retail and domestic properties
*Carrying out system testing, balancing and commissioning
*Completing commissioning certificates and handover documentation
*Fault finding and rectifying system issues where required
*Reading and working from mechanical drawings, schematics and technical manuals
*Working alongside project managers, site teams and subcontractors to meet project deadlines
*Maintaining accurate site records, timesheets and completion paperwork
*Ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety procedures and CDM regulations
*Providing a professional service when dealing with customers and clients on-site
*Supporting system handovers and client demonstrations


What We’re Looking For
The successful Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer will ideally have:

*City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas qualification or equivalent - essential
*Minimum 3 years’ experience working with air conditioning and ventilation systems
*Experience installing commercial and/or large domestic air conditioning systems
*Good knowledge of split, VRF and ducted systems
*Experience with commissioning and fault finding
*Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical documentation
*Full UK driving licence
*Right to work in the UK


Desirable Experience & Qualifications
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
*City & Guilds Level 2 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
*Experience with VRF systems, AHUs and extract/ventilation systems
*Ductwork installation and sheet-metal experience
*Airflow balancing experience
*IPAF
*PASMA
*CSCS Card
*Asbestos Awareness
*SSSTS or SMSTS
*Relevant electrical competency or knowledge of current wiring regulations
*Previous customer-facing experience


Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Overtime is regularly available and paid at time and a half.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking to join a growing business offering a salary of up to £65,000, paid travel time, overtime, a company vehicle and genuine opportunities for further training and progression.