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Lead Chiller Engineer - Midlands (Mobile Role)
Up to 50,000 + Paid Travel Time + Overtime + Standby Allowance
Company Vehicle | 33 Days Holiday | Bonus Scheme | Excellent Progression
We're recruiting on behalf of one of the UK's leading providers of temporary HVAC hire solutions, supporting mission-critical environments across data centres, healthcare, events, manufacturing, and facilities management. Known for their rapid deployment, expert engineering support, and a diverse hire fleet, they're now looking for a Lead Chiller Engineer to cover the Midlands region.
The Role
As the Lead Chiller Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering and overseeing the installation, service, and maintenance of a wide range of temporary cooling systems - from compact portable AC units to large-scale industrial chillers up to 1MW+. Your responsibilities will include:
Installation, servicing, fault-finding and breakdown repair of a variety of temporary HVAC systems
Leading site operations, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high standards of safety and service
Working closely with operations to ensure rapid response and minimal downtime for clients
Acting as a technical point of contact on-site for complex chiller installations and call-outs
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to step into a lead position within a highly respected, fast-growing specialist.
What We're Looking For
F-Gas Certification (essential)
Strong technical background across a wide range of HVAC systems, including portable AC, split units, VRV/VRF, and large industrial chillers
Experience working with temporary or mobile cooling plant is advantageous
Confident leading on-site work and supporting junior colleagues
Full UK Driving Licence (essential - mobile role)
What's on Offer
Basic Salary: Up to 50,000
Travel Time: Paid door to door
Call Out: 1 in 6 rota (20/day standby + 1.5x pay if called out)
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x - plenty available
Hours: 40 per week
Company Van: With fuel card and option for private use
Holidays: 33 days including bank holidays
Benefits: Bonus scheme and incentive programs
About the Client
This is a standout opportunity to join a business with a nationwide reputation for excellence in temporary HVAC hire, offering innovative cooling, heating, and ventilation solutions to industries that can't afford downtime. Their fleet ranges from small portable cooling units to high-capacity chillers exceeding 1MW, supported by a dedicated and technically skilled engineering team. Growth-focused and highly responsive, they offer a real career path with exciting projects across the UK.
Interested? Apply now
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