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Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

Effective Recruitment Solutions LtdNorthampton, Northamptonshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 13 Oct 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£45k - £65k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Posted
5 hours ago
HVAC

Job Description

Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer. We are looking for experienced Air Conditioning Engineers / Installation Engineers to join a well-established and growing HVAC business, covering Northampton and the surrounding areas.
This is a hands-on installation Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer role working across a variety of commercial, retail and domestic properties, installing, commissioning and handing over air conditioning and ventilation systems. The position would suit an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking for a strong basic salary, paid travel time, regular overtime and long-term career progression.

What's On Offer for the Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

  • Salary of £45,000 - £65,000, depending on experience
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Overtime paid at time and a half
  • Travel time paid each day
  • Company van
  • Company mobile phone and tablet
  • 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Pension scheme
  • Power tools and PPE provided
  • Training and certification support
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Jobs planned 2-3 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your workload

The Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer Role

As an Air Conditioning Engineer HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for installing and commissioning a range of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation systems. You will work closely with project managers, site teams and other trades to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. There is also an opportunity to work as a Team Leader.
Your Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer responsibilities will include:

  • Installing and commissioning air conditioning systems including splits, VRF and ducted systems
  • Installing mechanical ventilation systems across commercial, retail and domestic properties
  • Carrying out system testing, balancing and commissioning
  • Completing commissioning certificates and handover documentation
  • Fault finding and rectifying system issues where required
  • Reading and working from mechanical drawings, schematics and technical manuals
  • Working alongside project managers, site teams and subcontractors to meet project deadlines
  • Maintaining accurate site records, timesheets and completion paperwork
  • Ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety procedures and CDM regulations
  • Providing a professional service when dealing with customers and clients on-site
  • Supporting system handovers and client demonstrations

What We're Looking For
The successful Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer will ideally have:

  • City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas qualification or equivalent - essential
  • Minimum 3 years' experience working with air conditioning and ventilation systems
  • Experience installing commercial and/or large domestic air conditioning systems
  • Good knowledge of split, VRF and ducted systems
  • Experience with commissioning and fault finding
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical documentation
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Right to work in the UK

Desirable Experience & Qualifications
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

  • City & Guilds Level 2 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
  • Experience with VRF systems, AHUs and extract/ventilation systems
  • Ductwork installation and sheet-metal experience
  • Airflow balancing experience
  • IPAF
  • PASMA
  • CSCS Card
  • Asbestos Awareness
  • SSSTS or SMSTS
  • Relevant electrical competency or knowledge of current wiring regulations
  • Previous customer-facing experience

Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Overtime is regularly available and paid at time and a half.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking to join a growing business offering a salary of up to £65,000, paid travel time, overtime, a company vehicle and genuine opportunities for further training and progression.

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