Air Conditioning Engineer - Heathrow Airport - £22.50 to £26.00 per hour (PAYE)

Location: Heathrow Airport
Rate: £22.50 - £26.00 per hour (PAYE, based on experience)
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week

We are currently working with a leading facilities and construction specialist, operating successfully for over 10 years across high-end commercial sectors including airports, luxury retail, and showrooms. Due to ongoing growth, they are now seeking an experienced Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer to join their dedicated team based at Heathrow Airport.

This is a long-term opportunity for a qualified engineer looking to work in a secure, prestigious environment with excellent training and career development.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across airport lounges, restaurants, and retail areas, including:

VRV/VRF systems
Split and multi-split units
Cold rooms and fridges
Air Handling Units (AHUs)
General mechanical and building services maintenance
PPM, diagnostics, and repair work across systems
Candidate Requirements:

NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
FGAS Category 1 certification
Experience with PPM and reactive maintenance
Comfortable working independently in a live commercial environment
Must live within a commutable distance to Heathrow Airport
Note: All required airside training and competency certifications will be provided by the employer.

What's on Offer:

Competitive hourly rate: £22.50 - £25.00 (PAYE)
Permanent position with no cap on overtime
Company van with fuel card and maintenance covered
Mobile phone provided
PPE, tools, and uniform supplied
22 days annual leave + bank holidays (with holiday increase incentives)
Stakeholder pension scheme and death-in-service benefit
Full training and development, including airport-specific certifications
Working Hours:

Day shifts: 07:45 - 16:45
Night shifts (typically): 21:00 - 03:30/04:00
(Average of 6-8 nights per month, flexible around lounge access and PPM requirements)
Overtime Rates:

Time and a half for night shifts (Monday to Saturday)
Double time on Sundays
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled AC Engineer to work in one of the UK's busiest airports, delivering high-quality maintenance services in a professional and well-supported team