Air Conditioning Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Air Conditioning Engineer to join a well‑run SME in West London. The role involves installing, maintaining and repairing a range of air‑conditioning and heat‑pump systems that use F‑gas refrigerants.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain and service air‑conditioning systems.
• Recover, handle and supply equipment containing F‑gas refrigerants.
• Check for leaks in stationary refrigeration, air‑conditioning and heat‑pump equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on split, multi‑split, VRV/VRF, packaged units and AHUs.
• Install new systems to manufacturer specifications and commission them.
• Carry out leak detection, refrigerant recovery and recharging in line with F‑Gas regulations.
• Replace compressors, fans, motors, expansion valves, PCB boards and other components.
• Perform emergency reactive call‑outs within agreed response times.
• Conduct electrical fault‑finding associated with HVAC equipment.
• Complete maintenance records, service sheets and commissioning documentation accurately.
• Produce clear reports identifying defects and recommended remedial works.
• Liaise professionally with customers, clients and site representatives.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools and specialist equipment in clean, serviceable condition.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation.

Required profile

• F‑gas qualification and certification.
• Level 2 award in F‑Gas and ODS Regulations – Category I.
• NVQ Diploma in Installing, Testing and Maintaining Air‑Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems.

Required skills

• Installation of HVAC systems.
• Leak detection and refrigerant recovery.
• Electrical fault‑finding.
• Commissioning of air‑conditioning equipment.
• Knowledge of split, multi‑split, VRV/VRF, packaged units and AHUs.
• Ability to replace mechanical and electrical components such as compressors, fans, motors, expansion valves and PCB boards.