Refrigeration Test Technician

Your Company: An exciting opportunity has become available within a growing and highly respected temperature control and equipment hire organisation. The business provides specialist cooling and refrigeration solutions to customers across a wide range of commercial and industrial sectors and has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. As part of its continued growth, the company is looking to appoint a Refrigeration Test Technician to join its operations team. Based within a busy warehouse environment, this role will play a key part in ensuring cooling and refrigeration equipment is prepared, tested, maintained and ready for deployment to customers nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced refrigeration professional looking to combine hands-on technical work with team leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced and supportive environment.Your Roles & Responsibilities: While in this position your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing refrigeration and cooling equipment for deployment within the hire fleet
• Testing, inspecting and commissioning equipment to ensure it meets operational and safety standards
• Cleaning, servicing and repairing returned hire equipment where required
• Preparing ancillary equipment and accessories to meet customer-specific requirements
• Customising equipment to suit specialist rental applications
• Identifying faults, defects and repair requirements and escalating where necessary
• Maintaining high standards of workshop housekeeping and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures
• Supporting the day-to-day operation of the warehouse and workshop environment
• Providing technical support and guidance to colleagues within the team
• Acting as a first point of contact for informal staffing and operational concerns, escalating issues when required
• Supporting the Workshop Supervisor with performance feedback, staff development and annual appraisal processes
• Assisting with the development and monitoring of team performance targets and operational objectives
• Leading by example and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the workshop
• Participating in an out-of-hours emergency equipment dispatch rota when required
• Carrying out any additional duties necessary to support the efficient running of the operation

What You Will Need to Apply: The ideal candidate will hold a valid F-Gas qualification and possess previous experience within refrigeration, HVAC, cooling equipment or a related technical environment. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of health and safety procedures within a workshop, warehouse or production environment, alongside proven technical fault-finding and equipment testing capabilities. Previous experience leading, mentoring or supervising a small team would be highly advantageous. Applicants should be self-motivated and capable of managing their own workload while coordinating effectively with colleagues to achieve operational targets. Strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving will be essential. The successful candidate will be flexible, organised and capable of managing multiple priorities within a busy operational environment. Experience working with rental equipment, refrigeration systems or temperature control solutions would be particularly beneficial.What You Will Get in Return: A competitive salary is available to the successful candidate alongside a comprehensive benefits package. In addition, you will benefit from 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme and free on-site parking. Overtime opportunities may also be available depending on business requirements. You will be joining a well-established organisation that invests in its people and provides long-term career development opportunities. This role offers the chance to further develop your technical expertise while taking on greater responsibility within a growing operation and progressing into wider supervisory or management opportunities in the future.To enquire further about this exciting position, please reach out to:Christina Smith - Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistM: E: