Location: Portsmouth (Nationwide travel required)
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

Robert Hurst are currently recruiting for an experienced HVACR Engineer to join our client’s expanding building services team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading organisation that delivers high-quality mechanical and air conditioning solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, and MoD sites nationwide.

The role involves commissioning, servicing, installing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of air conditioning and refrigeration systems to ensure efficient and compliant performance across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, service, install, repair, and maintain air conditioning systems.
• Review building plans and specifications to determine equipment requirements.
• Assist in the installation of HVAC control panels and leak detection systems.
• Install pipework and containment systems for air conditioning and associated trades.
• Conduct system testing, including leak and performance checks.
• Support junior engineers, ensuring safe working practices and quality workmanship.
• Maintain accurate materials lists and prepare supply orders as needed.Assist the technical department with client and manufacturer service requirements.

Compliance and Development

• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, legislation, and environmental standards.
• Support the maintenance of the company’s F-Gas register and Refcom Elite Membership.
• Keep up to date with manufacturer training and installer accreditation schemes (Samsung, Mitsubishi, Daikin, etc.).
• Attend manufacturer and industry training courses to enhance technical skills.
• Provide mentoring and technical support to trainees and apprentices.

Relationships and Reporting

• Reports to: Senior Engineers, AC Manager, and Directors
• Responsible for: Junior labour and allocated sites
• Liaises with: Clients, suppliers, engineers, managers, sub-contractors, and colleagues as required

Additional Responsibilities

• Support other trade disciplines when required.

• Implement and follow company Health & Safety policies.

• Assist the estimating team with HVAC quotations, tenders, and client enquiries.

• Participate in site surveys and represent the company at meetings.

• Contribute to business development and service improvement initiatives.

• Undertake additional duties within your skill set as directed by management.
  Requirements

• Proven experience in HVACR installation, service, and maintenance.

• F-Gas qualification - essential.

• Manufacturer training/accreditations (Daikin, Mitsubishi, Samsung, etc.) - desirable.

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls, and fault diagnostics.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Willingness to travel nationwide.

Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000 DOECompany van and fuel card
• Overtime available
• Progression and training opportunities
• Supportive working culture with long-term career prospects