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Trainee Industrial Refrigeration Engineer (Ammonia Specialist)

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Randstad

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Location:
United Kingdom, Southampton

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Category:
Construction

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

50000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Refrigeration Engineer with F-Gas qualifications and hands-on experience with ammonia (NH3) systems? Are you looking to make a career-defining move into the highly specialised and rewarding field of industrial refrigeration? My client is a leading provider of industrial cooling solutions across the South of England. Due to continued growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to join our expert team. We will provide a structured training pathway to develop your skills on large-scale industrial plants, investing in you to become a fully-fledged Industrial Refrigeration Engineer. This role is perfect for someone with a solid foundation in commercial or light industrial refrigeration who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assisting with and learning to carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive service calls on industrial systems
  • Working primarily with Ammonia (NH3) plants, as well as other refrigerants such as CO2 and HFCs
  • Developing your diagnostic skills to identify and rectify faults on compressors, pumps, evaporators, and control systems
  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with current legislation, including F-Gas and Ammonia Handling regulations
  • Maintaining accurate job records and providing excellent customer service to our key clients in sectors such as food production, pharmaceuticals, and distribution

Requirements:

  • Proven hands-on experience working with Ammonia (NH3) refrigeration systems
  • A formal qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
  • A valid F-Gas Category 1 qualification
  • A strong desire to specialise and build a long-term career in industrial refrigeration
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to your work
  • A full, valid UK Driving Licence
  • Ideally based in or commutable to the Southampton area

Nice to have:

An Ammonia Handling (City & Guilds 2078 or equivalent) qualification

What we offer:
  • A fully expensed company van
  • A structured training and development program with clear progression opportunities
  • Mentorship from some of the industry's most experienced engineers
  • Company pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday allowance
  • Overtime opportunities
  • All specialist tools, equipment, PPE, and a company uniform

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Expiration:
January 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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