Air Conditioning Engineer in London - Effective Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Air Conditioning Engineer

We are looking for experienced Air Conditioning Engineers to join a well-established and growing HVAC business, covering North and South London and the surrounding areas.

This is a hands-on installation 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 looking for a strong basic salary, paid travel time, regular overtime and long-term career progression.

What's On Offer

• 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 Role

As an Air Conditioning 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.

Your 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 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
• Willingness to travel throughout Northamptonshire and surrounding areas

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 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.