Details:
- Salary: £18 - 20 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: NE1 Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne & Wear
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Branta Recruitment is partnering with an established, rapidly expanding mechanical installation specialist to recruit a Commercial Installation Plumber who is eager to retrain and transition into a specialist Air Conditioning & HVAC Installation Engineer.
If you are a skilled commercial plumber who enjoys heavy pipework, press-fit, and plant room installs, but wants to diversify your skills, earn your F-Gas ticket, and build a long-term career in cooling and air conditioning, this is the perfect opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
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Carry out commercial pipework installations, including copper (crimp/solder), steel, and plastic systems for commercial mechanical systems.
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Work alongside senior HVAC engineers to install air conditioning equipment, including split systems, VRV/VRF units, AHUs, and associated pipework/containment.
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Learn and apply brazing techniques, pressure testing, and system evacuation procedures under supervision.
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Assist with plant room fit-outs, pump sets, drainage, and condensate pipework runs.
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Maintain clean, safe working environments across active commercial construction and refurbishment sites nationwide.
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Be prepared to travel nationwide, working away during the week with comfortable accommodation and meal allowances provided.
Requirements:
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NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing & Heating (or time-served commercial plumbing equivalent).
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Solid experience in commercial pipework installation (Mapress/press-fit, copper, steel, condensate lines, etc.).
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Genuine enthusiasm and ambition to cross-train into Air Conditioning & Refrigeration.
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Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
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Flexibility to travel and stay away from home nationwide during the week as required by project schedules.
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CSCS / Skillcard holder (essential).
What’s in it for You?
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Fully Funded F-Gas Category 1 Training & Qualification paid for by the company.
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Competitive starting salary with structured pay increases as your AC skills develop.
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Fully expensed company van, fuel card, power tools, and uniform.
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Excellent staying-away allowance (pre-booked hotel accommodation + generous daily meal allowance).
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High earning potential with door-to-door travel pay and paid overtime.
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Clear internal progression path to become a fully certified, senior AC Installation Engineer.
How to Apply:
If you are a commercial plumber ready to take your career to the next level and train in Air Conditioning, apply online today or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for a confidential discussion