HVAC ENGINEER - Multi-Skilled

Overview

Reports to: Engineering supervisor

Direct reports: N/A

Department: Engineering

Job schedule: Full time, 42.5 hours a week, 08:00 to 17:00 Monday - Friday, Permanent

Purpose

As an HVAC Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing a broad range of HVAC equipment, ensuring systems operate efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with regulations.

Working from the direction of our friendly office team based in Ringwood, you will work closely with site teams and colleagues and play an active part in improving system reliability and performance.

Other Duties

Other duties include:

• Carry out routine maintenance and servicing on HVAC systems, including Air Conditioning Systems, Commercial Heating systems (including Gas Boilers and associated mechanical plant), AHUs, chillers, heat pumps, VAV and FCU units, ductwork, and control systems
• Conduct inspections, testing, and performance checks to identify faults, inefficiencies, and compliance issues
• Complete repairs and component replacements to keep systems operating at peak performance
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using client logbooks and CAFM systems, including service reports, test certificates, and parts usage
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations, site procedures, and relevant standards such as F-Gas, Gas Regulations and building regulations
• Support site teams with mechanical and HVAC works as required, liaising with contractors when necessary
• Contribute to planned preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and operating costs on client assets.

The Person

A successful Multi-Skilled HVAC Engineer will demonstrate competence across the following areas:

HVAC & Refrigeration

• Servicing, fault-finding, and repair of commercial and domestic HVAC systems
• Experience with Split, multi-split, VRV/VRF, Chillers and air-cooled/heat pump systems
• Understanding of airflow, ductwork, balancing, and ventilation principles
• Ability to diagnose performance issues and optimise system efficiency

Commercial & Domestic Gas

• Installation, servicing, and fault diagnosis of commercial and domestic gas appliances
• Experience working on Boilers (commercial and domestic), Warm air units, Gas-fired heaters and plant
• Ability to complete gas safety checks and certification accurately

Unvented Hot Water Systems

• Installation, servicing, and maintenance of unvented hot water cylinders
• Fault diagnosis on temperature, pressure, expansion, and safety devices
• Understanding of G3 Building Regulations and compliance requirements

Electrical & Controls

• Competence in electrical fault-finding on HVAC and building services equipment
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics
• Working knowledge of BMS interfaces, HVAC control strategies (time schedules, interlocks, safeties)

Planned & Reactive Maintenance

• Delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules and SLAs
• Rapid and methodical response to reactive breakdowns
• Identification of recurring faults and contribution to long-term reliability improvements

Qualifications & Compliance Requirements - Essential

• NVQ / City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Air Conditioning / Refrigeration, Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
• F-Gas Category 1
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable / Advantageous

• Unvented Hot Water (G3) certification
• Electrical qualification (e.g. 18th Edition or equivalent)
• PASMA and/or IPAF (or willingness to obtain)

The Commitment

Our purpose is simple but powerful: driving positive change to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. This means pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas, and constantly improving in everything we do.

Our forward-thinking philosophy is brought to life through six key commitments:

• For-the People: Give our people the best experience from start, during and beyond
• For-the Protection: Create an environment that continually improves physical and psychological safety
• For-the Premium: Provide a service that exceeds expectations
• For-the Precision: Deliver certainty through consistent and repeatable quality processes
• For-the Planet: Reduce our carbon footprint in all that we do
• For-the Profit: Deliver fair profits to ensure business stability and enable reinvestment

The Values

• Humility - We put the business before self-interest. We leave our egos at the door and value every role, voice, and idea. By staying curious, open, and teachable-regardless of experience-we share success and earn credit together.
• Communication - Communication is at the heart of FORTH . We share ideas, insights, and feedback with honesty and transparency, building trust, fuelling creativity, and connecting our people across the business.
• Ambition - We set bold goals and push beyond what seems possible. Persistence drives us forward, while kindness and respect keep us grounded-ensuring progress is achieved together and success is shared.
• Leadership - Leadership is everyone's responsibility. By listening with intent, acting with courage, and creating space for others to grow, we empower one another to reach our full potential and build impact that lasts.
• Challenge - We don't shy away from challenge-we embrace it. We speak openly and receive feedback with curiosity and respect, knowing that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, improve, and evolve together.
• Inclusion - We believe we're stronger together. Diversity and teamship make us smarter, and every individual brings something unique. We collaborate, support, and celebrate one another-because great work happens when we move as one.

We're committed to diversity and inclusion.

We welcome applications from everyone with the right skills and experience and ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

Please note: This job description serves as a guide to the role and its responsibilities. Duties may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the business and help you grow with us.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave - Enjoy 25 days of holiday per year, plus all UK bank holidays

Paid door to door travel

Company van and fuel allowance

Company mobile phone and uniform

Comprehensive Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for a secure future

Private Medical Insurance - Provided by Bupa, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family

YuLife Wellness App - Access to wellbeing resources, rewards, and challenges to support a healthy lifestyle

Specsavers Eyecare Scheme - Regular eye tests and support for optical needs

Audible Subscription - Receive a monthly credit to support your personal and professional development