Air Conditioning Engineer

Location: London Distribution Park, Tilbury Salary: £40,000 – £48,000 per annum, depending on experience Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:30 Contract: Temp to Perm Role Overview We are currently recruiting for…

Pay rate £40,000 – £48,000/year
Job type Temporary
Posted 21 September 2026

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Location: London Distribution Park, Tilbury
Salary: £40,000 – £48,000 per annum, depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:30
Contract: Temp to Perm

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting for a AC Engineer to join a facilities maintenance team based in Tilbury.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across a range of mechanical and HVAC assets, ensuring equipment is maintained safely, efficiently and in line with contractual and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on AC and mechanical assets across site.

* Attend and rectify mechanical faults and breakdowns.

* Complete mechanical remedial works as required.

* Carry out PPM tasks in accordance with company schedules and contractual requirements.

* Ensure all planned maintenance is completed to a high professional standard.

* Diagnose faults and identify appropriate repair or replacement requirements.

* Produce technical and situational reports where required.

* Accurately update maintenance systems and digital records following completed works.

* Use company-provided technology and CAFM systems to maintain compliance with contractual obligations.

* Escalate significant faults, incidents or site issues to the relevant Line Manager promptly.

* Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures.

* Ensure tools, equipment and work areas are maintained safely and appropriately.

Required Skills & Qualifications

* City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 qualification in HVAC, Refrigeration or Air Conditioning.

* Valid F-Gas certification.

* Hot Water Systems and Safety / G3 Unvented Hot Water qualification.

* Water Regulations qualification.

* Good knowledge of L8 / Legionella awareness and compliance.

* PASMA certification.

* IPAF certification.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

* Ability to obtain or hold a clear DBS.

Experience

* Commercial HVAC maintenance.

* Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).

* Reactive maintenance and fault finding.

* Mechanical building services.

* Air conditioning systems.

* Hot water systems.

* Commercial facilities maintenance environments.

* Working independently on a client site.

* Completing maintenance records and compliance documentation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC Engineer looking for a permanent position within a large commercial facilities environment, offering a Monday-to-Friday working pattern and a salary of up to £48,000 per annum

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