Refrigeration Engineer

Refrigeration Engineer - Southampton & Surrounding Areas

Full-Time | Permanent
-40,000 - -50,000 DOE + Overtime + Call-Out

On behalf of our well-established client, Alecto Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to join a growing team operating across Southampton and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a reputable business with a strong industry presence, long-term contracts, and a steady pipeline of work. If you''re looking for stability, competitive earnings, and the chance to work across varied commercial and industrial sites, this could be the ideal next move.

As a Refrigeration Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems. You''ll work independently across multiple client sites, ensuring systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with current regulations.

• Installation, servicing, and maintenance of refrigeration systems

• Fault-finding and reactive breakdown repairs

• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

• Working on a range of commercial refrigeration equipment, including:

  • Cold rooms

  • Pack systems

  • Display cabinets

  • Fridges and freezers

• Completing service reports and job documentation accurately

• Ensuring all work complies with health & safety standards

• Representing the company professionally on client sites

• Proven experience as a Refrigeration Engineer

• F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential)

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (preferred)

• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge

• Full UK driving licence

• Able to work independently and manage your workload effectively

• Professional and customer-focused approach

• Competitive salary: -40,000 - -50,000 DOE

• Company vehicle and fuel card

• Overtime and call-out opportunities

• Pension scheme

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Long-term job security with a respected employer

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If you have the experience and qualifications required and are looking for your next opportunity in Southampton, we''d love to hear from you.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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