Multi-Skilled Air Conditioning and HVAC Engineer

Multi-Skilled Air Conditioning and HVAC Engineer The engineer will help maintain safe, comfortable and energy-efficient environments and will work alongside Camdens electrical and mechanical engineers as part of the M&E Operations Team.

Key responsibilities Multi-Skilled Air Conditioning and HVAC Engineer

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• Service, maintain and repair split, multi-split, VRV/VRF and DX systems.
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• Maintain heat pumps, fan coil units, AHUs and extract and supply ventilation systems.
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• Diagnose faults and replace components such as compressors, expansion valves, fan motors, PCB controls, sensors and contactors.
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• Undertake refrigerant leak detection, recovery, pressure testing and system evacuation in accordance with F-Gas requirements.
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• Carry out commissioning and seasonal performance inspections where required.
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• Complete AHU inspections, filter and belt replacement, coil cleaning, condensate tray cleaning and drain testing.
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• Inspect fans, motors, ventilation equipment and associated controls.
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• Support the maintenance of pumps, pressurisation units, expansion vessels, calorifiers, plate heat exchangers, motorised valves and heating controls where competent.
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• Identify underlying faults and recommend effective remedial work to improve performance and reduce repeat failures.
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• Maintain accurate and timely records using Camdens CAFM system and issued mobile technology.
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• Work live by recording findings, materials, actions and completion details while attending sites.
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• Manage and prioritise an allocated workload to meet PPM and reactive maintenance targets.
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• Liaise professionally with school staff, caretakers, building users, contractors and colleagues.
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• Complete dynamic risk assessments and comply with permit-to-work, working-at-height and other relevant safety procedures.
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• Maintain the work vehicle, tools and equipment appropriately.
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Essential qualifications and experience Multi-Skilled Air Conditioning and HVAC Engineer

Candidates must be able to evidence: Multi-Skilled Air Conditioning and HVAC Engineer

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• NVQ Level 3 or an equivalent recognised qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
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• Current F-Gas Category 1 certification.
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• Practical experience maintaining split, multi-split and VRV/VRF systems.
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• Experience maintaining AHUs, FCUs, ventilation systems, heat pumps and commercial HVAC equipment.
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• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
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• Experience delivering both PPM and reactive maintenance.
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• Experience working independently in occupied buildings.
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• A full UK driving licence.
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• Competence using mobile devices or CAFM systems to maintain accurate job records.
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Desirable experience or qualifications

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• City & Guilds 18th Edition.
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• Basic electrical fault-finding.
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• BMS knowledge.
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• Water Hygiene Awareness.
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• IPAF or PASMA.
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• Experience working within education, local authority, NHS or other public-sector estates.
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• Experience maintaining associated mechanical plant.
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Standards expected for both positions

We need engineers who:

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• Are dependable, punctual and communicate promptly when an issue could affect attendance or delivery.
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• Take responsibility for allocated work and follow jobs through to an appropriate conclusion.
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• Work safely and remain within their technical competence.
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• Produce clear, accurate and meaningful maintenance records.
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• Use the issued tablet or mobile device consistently as part of normal working.
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• Manage their workload without requiring continual supervision.
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• Treat customers, colleagues and contractors professionally and respectfully.
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• Follow reasonable management instructions and Camden procedures.
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• Take pride in the quality of their workmanship.
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• Are comfortable working in schools and other occupied public buildings.
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• Cooperate with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider team.
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