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Apprentice Refrigeration Air Conditioning Engineer

S C HORSFIELD BUILDING SERVICES ENG S LTD · North West · PR2 5AR

Apprenticeship Level 3 Engineering
Salary£16,640 yearly
LocationNorth West
PostcodePR2 5AR
Start date19 Oct 2026
Apply by9 Oct 2026
QualificationRefrigeration air conditioning and heat pump engineering technician (level 3)
Training providertotal people limited
Job ID51904
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About the role

Ready to kickstart your career? 🚀 Join us as a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice and dive into exciting commercial environments! 🏙️ hotel vibes, supermarket hustle, retail flair, and industrial power – you'll get hands-on experience everywhere! 🛠️

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Working alongside seasoned pros to install awesome commercial AC systems (think split and VRV!). ❄️
  • Getting refrigeration equipment set up and running. 🥶
  • Keeping cellar cooling systems, commercial fridges, cold rooms, and storage units in tip-top shape. 🧊
  • Helping with regular maintenance to keep things running smoothly. ✅
  • Becoming a detective 🕵️‍♂️ to diagnose and fix issues on AC and refrigeration systems.
  • Swapping out old parts for new ones. 🔩
  • Mastering pipework, insulation, and pressure testing. 💧
  • Getting involved in safe refrigerant handling (following all the rules!). ♻️
  • Supporting site surveys and project planning. 📝
  • Contributing to brand-new commercial installations from start to finish. ✨
  • Keeping detailed records of your amazing work. ✍️
  • Always prioritizing safety and following best practices. 👍

Where You'll Be:

You'll be out and about at amazing customer sites! 🌍 From hotels and supermarkets to retail stores, restaurants, offices, and industrial spots. You'll be travelling, working indoors and outdoors, and tackling whatever the day throws at you. ☀️🌧️ Get ready for a dynamic and rewarding journey! 💪

Key responsibilities

  • Support qualified engineers with installation activities
  • Assist with maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Diagnose faults and replace defective components and equipment
  • Maintain accurate service reports, job sheets and installation documentation
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company and industry standards

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4), Mathematics (grade 4))