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Posted 22 July, 2026

Air Conditioning Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Air Conditioning EngineerLocation: London & M25 RegionSalary: £58,000 per annum + Company Vehicle + Overtime + Career Progression

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Overview:We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Air Conditioning Engineer to join a well-established and growing specialist contractor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business offering a strong package, consistent commercial work, and a clear long-term career path.

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Role & Responsibilities:As a Senior Air Conditioning Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of air conditioning systems across commercial environments. The role will have a strong focus on complex diagnostics and fault-finding.

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Key duties include:

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  • Service, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning systems including split units, VRV and VRF systems
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  • Carrying out fault-finding and complex diagnostic work
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  • Working on some chiller systems
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  • Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with industry regulations
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  • Supporting junior engineers where required
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The role is primarily based in and around the M25, with approximately 90% of work within the education, healthcare, and hotel sectors.

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Package:

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  • £58,000 basic salary
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  • Company vehicle
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  • Overtime available
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  • Strong career progression opportunities within a growing business
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  • Stable, long-term employment
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Requirements:

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  • F-Gas qualified
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  • Full UK driving licence
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  • NVQ / City & Guilds in Air Conditioning (beneficial)
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  • Minimum 5 years' industry experience
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  • Strong knowledge of VRV/VRF and split systems
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  • Experience with chillers (desirable)
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  • Knowledge of heat pumps, FCUs, and AHUs (advantageous)
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  • Based within or near the M25
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Summary:This position would suit a skilled Air Conditioning Engineer looking to step into a more senior role with a focus on technical, high-level work, while benefiting from job security and long-term progression.

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If you are interested or would like to discuss further, please get in touch in confidence with Russ Cleverley at Penguin Recruitment