via Indeed · 5 October 2026 ·1 day ago

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineer

CSS Environmental Ltd
Colchester Full-time
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At CSS Environmental Ltd, we're more than just a contractor – we're a trusted Mechanical \& Electrical (M\&E) services provider delivering high\-quality solutions across London and the South East.

With over 20 years of industry experience, we've built a reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and exceptional service. Our work spans a wide range of sectors including schools, universities, leisure centres, restaurants, retail, and commercial environments.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Refrigeration Engineer to join our growing mobile engineering team. This is a hands\-on role suited to an engineer who takes pride in delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service across a variety of commercial sites. This opportunity would suit an engineer looking to join a reputable and growing business where they can develop their career.

Key Responsibilities:

❄ Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on commercial refrigeration equipment

❄ Diagnosing faults and carrying out reactive breakdown repairs efficiently

❄ Completing refrigeration installations, upgrades, and commissioning work

❄ Carrying out system performance checks and ensuring compliance with current regulations

❄ Working across a variety of commercial sites, including restaurants, retail units, leisure facilities, and educational establishments

❄ Using the Cafty system to manage job sheets, reports, and job documentation

❄ Delivering excellent customer service while representing CSS Environmental professionally on site

What we're looking for:

✔ F\-Gas Certification

✔ City \& Guilds 2079 Refrigeration \& Air Conditioning Level 2 (or equivalent)

✔ Full UK Driving Licence

✔ Experience working on commercial refrigeration systems

✔ Strong fault\-finding and diagnostic skills

✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

✔ Positive, proactive attitude

✔ Willingness to participate in the callout rota

Desirable:

➕ Apprenticeship\-trained background

➕ Experience working across multiple manufacturers and refrigeration system types

What we are offering:

✅ Strong market rates

✅ 21 days annual leave \+ Bank Holidays

✅ Additional time off over Christmas paid

✅ Door\-to\-door travel pay

✅ Company van \& fuel card

✅ Tools, uniform \& mobile device provided

✅ Ongoing training and career development support

✅ Friendly, supportive team environment with 24/7 operational support

✅ Long\-term career opportunity with genuine progression within a well\-established M\&E company

At CSS Environmental Ltd, we're committed to creating a supportive workplace where our people can grow and develop professionally. We invest in ongoing training, encourage progression, and provide the support needed to build long\-term careers for every engineer in our team.

Interested?

Apply now and take the next step in your career with CSS Environmental Ltd.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £46,000\.00\-£48,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company car

  • Company pension
Application question(s):
  • Do you possess a F\-Gas qualification
Experience:
  • Refrigeration \& Air conditioning : 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road

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