HVAC Service Engineer

Location: Manchester (field-based across the North West)
Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 DOE
Benefits: Company van, fuel card, overtime, call-out, pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

A leading building services and facilities management contractor is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Engineer to support a portfolio of commercial and industrial clients across Manchester and the wider North West. This is a stable, long-term opportunity offering structured training, manufacturer support, and clear progression for engineers looking to develop technically and professionally.

Role Responsibilities

Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repair works on HVAC systems.

Diagnose faults on electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration components.

Service and maintain:

Split & multi-split air conditioning systems

VRV / VRF systems

AHUs, FCUs, and ventilation systems

Heat pumps and chillers (experience-dependent)

Carry out pressure testing, leak detection, evacuation, and re-gassing.

Complete service reports, F-Gas logs, and compliance documentation.

Liaise with clients, site contacts, and helpdesk teams.

Ensure all work complies with:

F-Gas regulations

Health & Safety legislation

Company and site procedures

Participate in an on-call rota (typically 1 in 6 / 1 in 8).

Candidate Profile

Essential:

Minimum 3+ years' experience as an HVAC / AC Service Engineer

F-Gas Category 1

Strong fault-finding skills on HVAC systems

Good working knowledge of electrical and mechanical components

Full UK driving licence

Comfortable working independently in a field-based role

Desirable:

NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Experience with chillers, heat pumps, or commercial ventilation

18th Edition (BS7671)

IPAF / PASMA

Previous experience within facilities management or building services

Interested?

If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, apply today.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Keywords:
Refrigeration Engineer, Refrigeration Technician, Commercial Refrigeration Engineer, Commercial Refrigeration Technician, Refrigeration Maintenance, Refrigeration Installation, Commercial Refrigeration Systems, Pack Systems