Refrigeration Engineer – Retail Stores

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join a fast‑growing UK value retailer. You will work across supermarkets and store sites, maintaining modern refrigeration equipment while enjoying autonomy and professional development.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair refrigeration assets such as display cases, freezers, cold rooms, chillers, packs and condensers.
• Diagnose faults using engineering expertise and monitoring systems (RDM, Monika).
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental documentation.
• Collaborate with store teams to minimise downtime.

Required profile

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or relevant experience.
• F‑Gas Category 1 certification.
• Strong electrical and mechanical diagnostic abilities.
• Customer‑focused attitude and ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

• Refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Chiller technology.
• Use of A1 refrigerants, hydrocarbons and A2L refrigerants (e.g., R455a).
• RDM and Monika monitoring systems.
• Electrical diagnostics.
• Mechanical diagnostics.

What we offer

• Autonomy and trust – no micromanagement.
• Work with modern refrigerants and equipment.
• Professional development in A2Ls, hydrocarbons, controls and OEM courses.
• Clear career progression and job security.
• Company van, fuel card, tools, laptop and digital job systems.
• Competitive salary, overtime and standby rates.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension and private healthcare.