Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

Johnson Controls; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Manchester seeks a technician for their Industrial Refrigeration team. The role involves acting as the primary client contact for technical service, diagnosing issues, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates must have F-GAS 2079 certification and experience with refrigeration systems like HFC and Ammonia. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus premium overtime rates

Standby allowance, call-outs, and paid travel

Comprehensive benefits including pension and life assurance

Extensive training and career development programs

Qualifications

• F-GAS 2079 certification required.
• Experience with HFC, Ammonia, and CO₂ systems is essential.
• Technical document interpretation skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary client contact for technical service.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with refrigeration systems.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance as per contracts.

Skills

F-GAS 2079 certification

Knowledge of HFC, Ammonia & CO₂ systems

Ability to interpret technical documents

Self-motivated and positive attitude

Strong team player

Education

Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

Job description

What you will do

Join Johnson Controls’ Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) team, where we deliver cutting‑edge project solutions and maintenance services for customers in manufacturing, cold storage, and R&D. As the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, we provide national coverage with highly trained engineers supporting industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, automotive, and more.

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus premium overtime rates
• Standby allowance, call‑outs, and paid travel
• Service vehicle, mobile phone, tablet, PPE, and specialist tools provided
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, with Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral bonuses, discounts on major brands and Johnson Controls products
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee resource groups
• Extensive training and career development programs
• Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy

How you will do it

• Act as the primary client contact for technical service and maintenance
• Diagnose and resolve issues with industrial refrigeration/chiller systems within agreed timeframes
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) per contract requirements
• Communicate findings clearly, recommending improvements, upgrades, or optimisations
• Prepare detailed technical reports and submit to Service Coordinator and client
• Prioritise Health & Safety in all tasks
• Work independently while contributing to team success
• Mobile role, Monday–Friday, with 1-in-7 standby rotation

What we look for

• F‑GAS 2079 certification
• Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (C&G, ideally with Ammonia Handling Certificate)
• Experience with HFC, Ammonia & CO₂ systems
• Familiarity with major manufacturers (SABROE, Frick, York, Bitzer, Howden)
• Knowledge of DX, pumped, flooded, multistage systems
• Ability to interpret technical documents (electrical schemes, piping diagrams, psychometric charts)
• Full UK driving licence
• Self‑motivated, positive attitude, and strong team player