AC/ Refrigeration Engineer

  • Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited
  • City, Birmingham
  • 08/04/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

AC / Refrigeration Engineer - Midlands

Hill McGlynn is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing building services contractor for an experienced AC / Refrigeration Engineer to join their team covering the Midlands region. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer looking for stability, strong earning potential, and long-term career progression.
Salary & Package
  • £40,000 - £47,000 basic (dependent on experience and skill set)
  • OTE £60,000 - £65,000 with overtime and bonuses
  • Travel time paid on any travel over 1 hour per day
  • Regular overtime opportunities to significantly boost earnings
  • Company van, fuel card, phone, and uniform provided
  • 29 days paid holiday
  • Company pension scheme
  • Full-time, permanent position
Role Overview You will be responsible for the service, maintenance, fault-finding, and repair of a range of air conditioning and refrigeration systems across commercial sites throughout the Midlands.
Key Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years' experience within the M&E / air conditioning sector
  • Strong experience working on refrigeration systems including:
    • Walk-in cold rooms
    • Drinks chillers/langers
    • Standalone units
  • Proven fault-finding and repair experience on:
    • VRF systems
    • Split systems
  • Ability to work independently on:
    • Refrigerant recovery
    • Pressure testing
    • Brazed repairs
    • Compressor changes (VRF and split systems)
  • Experience working with major manufacturers such as:
    • Daikin
    • Mitsubishi Electric
    • Toshiba
    • Panasonic
  • Ability to produce clear and detailed remedial and repair reports
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
  • Previous experience working within commercial environments
  • Participation in a 1-in-4 call-out rota
  • Full UK Driving Licence (maximum 6 points)
Qualifications
  • F-Gas Category 1 (essential)
Why Apply? This role offers excellent earning potential, consistent work, and the chance to join a reputable company that values its engineers. With strong overtime availability and a supportive team environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career.

If you're an experienced AC/Refrigeration Engineer looking for a new opportunity in the Midlands, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your up to date CV today.