Refrigeration Engineer in Reading, Berkshire

RAC Engineer (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)

Reading | £48,000 DOE + Van + Fuel Card + Excellent Benefits

Looking for a role that keeps you local, values your expertise, and offers a great work-life balance?

We're recruiting for an experienced RAC Engineer to join a well-established and growing team covering Reading and surrounding areas. If you're skilled in commercial refrigeration and air conditioning maintenance, fault finding, and repairs, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term permanent position with a strong package and low call-out commitment.

The Role

As a RAC Engineer, you'll be responsible for:

✅ Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
✅ Reactive repairs and breakdown attendance
✅ Fault finding and diagnostics on commercial RAC systems
✅ Component and parts replacement
✅ Brazing and pipework repairs
✅ Ensuring works are completed safely and to a high standard
✅ Delivering excellent customer service across commercial sites

This role is primarily based across Reading, with only occasional travel further afield when required.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

✔ NVQ Level 2 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (minimum)
✔ F-Gas Category 1 Certification
✔ Installation, Service & Repair Qualification
✔ Proven experience working on commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems
✔ Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
✔ Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

⭐ NVQ Level 3
⭐ IPAF
⭐ PASMA

What's In It For You?

💷 Salary up to £48,000 DOE
🚐 Company van with private use permitted
⛽ Fuel card provided
📱 Company phone and tablet
🛠 Specialist tools and uniform supplied
🏖 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
📈 Company pension scheme
🎓 Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

Call-Out Package

✅ 1 week in every 6-7 weeks
✅ £200 standby payment per week
✅ Paid at 1.5x rate door-to-door for all out-of-hours call-outs

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm

No constant travelling across the country. No excessive call-out burden. Just a solid role with a reputable employer, excellent support, and a rewarding package.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced RAC Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Reading, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion.

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