Details:
- Salary: £14 - 16 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Stretford
- Date: 15 hours ago
Description:
Refrigeration Engineer (Site-Based)
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Salary: £16.00 per hour
Hours: 44 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:30
Friday: 07:00 - 15:30
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Refrigeration Engineer to join a well-established specialist vehicle engineering team based in Trafford Park.
This is a site-based role working on refrigeration and HVAC systems fitted to commercial vehicles. You'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a variety of refrigeration units while developing your technical skills through ongoing training and support.
Whether you're already experienced with Thermo King, Carrier or GAH systems, or you're looking to expand your knowledge within the sector, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a business that invests in its people.
What You'll Be Doing
Servicing, maintaining and repairing refrigeration units and HVAC systems
Diagnosing faults across electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems
Working on Thermo King and Carrier refrigeration equipment
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Completing F-Gas compliant work
Producing accurate service reports and job documentation
Following health and safety procedures at all times
Supporting the wider engineering team where required
What We're Looking For
Experience within refrigeration, HVAC, transport refrigeration or a similar engineering environment
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
F-Gas Certification (essential)
Relevant engineering qualification preferred
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
What's In It For You?
£16.00 per hour
Overtime opportunities
Career progression opportunities
Ongoing technical training and development
Auto-enrolment pension
Birthday day off
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour GP access and second medical opinion service
Wellness programme
Branded uniform provided
Death in service benefit
Reward and recognition schemes
We Encourage Applications
Research shows that some people are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement listed in a job advert.
If you have relevant experience and feel this role could be right for you, we'd encourage you to apply. We're interested in your skills, attitude, achievements and potential, not just a perfect match on paper.
Our Culture
We're looking for people who take pride in their work, value teamwork and are committed to delivering high standards.
Successful candidates will be:
Reliable and trustworthy
Safety-conscious
Customer-focused
Supportive team players
Eager to learn and develop
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and encourage candidates to bring their authentic selves to work.
Hiring Process
CV Review
Initial Screening Call
Site Visit and Interview
Offer and Onboarding
If you're an experienced Refrigeration Engineer looking for a stable role with genuine development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds