Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer – Retail FM Expert, Crawley

Salary up to £44,000, commercial van, overtime @1.5x.

My client, one of the UK’s leading Facilities Management organisations, is seeking a dependable and experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to deliver high‑quality repairs and maintenance across the Cambridge retail contract portfolio. While the role is air‑conditioning focused, a multi‑skilled approach with solid mechanical and electrical (M&E) knowledge is essential.

Minimum requirements: NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, F‑Gas Certification (C&G 2079 – Category 1). NVQ Level 3 or equivalent desirable. Full UK driving licence (max 6 penalty points). Strong knowledge of air‑conditioning systems and general mechanical building services, previous experience in a mobile commercial or retail maintenance role, excellent fault‑finding and diagnostic skills, proactive, customer‑focused attitude.

As an Air Conditioning Engineer you will provide planned and reactive maintenance ensuring all HVAC systems operate safely, efficiently, and in line with service standards. You will work both independently and alongside other engineers or subcontractors to maintain optimal conditions in customer‑facing spaces.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM).
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance and breakdowns within retail stores and distribution sites.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on a wide range of air‑conditioning systems including splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, and occasional central plant equipment.
• Support system upgrades and retrofit projects, ensuring minimal disruption to retail operations.
• Provide accurate quotations for remedial work or system replacements after service visits.
• Maintain FGAS compliance records and update internal reporting platforms.

Benefits: £44,000 salary, commercial van, additional training and development, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), generous pension contribution, life assurance, and more.

Commute: Berkshire, Reading, Newbury, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Basingstoke, Newbury.