Air Conditioning Engineer - Heathrow -£22.50 to 26

Air Conditioning Engineer - Heathrow Airport - £22.50 to £26.00 per hour (PAYE)

Location: Heathrow Airport
Rate: £22.50 - £26.00 per hour (PAYE, based on experience)
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week

We are currently working with a leading facilities and construction specialist, operating successfully for over 10 years across high-end commercial sectors including airports, luxury retail, and showrooms. Due to ongoing growth, they are now seeking an experienced Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer to join their dedicated team based at Heathrow Airport.

This is a long-term opportunity for a qualified engineer looking to work in a secure, prestigious environment with excellent training and career development.

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across airport lounges, restaurants, and retail areas, including:

• VRV/VRF systems
• Split and multi-split units
• Cold rooms and fridges
• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• General mechanical and building services maintenance
• PPM, diagnostics, and repair work across systems

Candidate Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
• FGAS Category 1 certification
• Experience with PPM and reactive maintenance
• Comfortable working independently in a live commercial environment
• Must live within a commutable distance to Heathrow Airport

Note: All required airside training and competency certifications will be provided by the employer.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate: £22.50 - £25.00 (PAYE)
• Permanent position with no cap on overtime
• Company van with fuel card and maintenance covered
• Mobile phone provided
• PPE, tools, and uniform supplied
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (with holiday increase incentives)
• Stakeholder pension scheme and death-in-service benefit
• Full training and development, including airport-specific certifications

Working Hours:

• Day shifts: 07:45 - 16:45
• Night shifts (typically): 21:00 - 03:30/04:00
  (Average of 6-8 nights per month, flexible around lounge access and PPM requirements)

Overtime Rates:

• Time and a half for night shifts (Monday to Saturday)
• Double time on Sundays

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled AC Engineer to work in one of the UK's busiest airports, delivering high-quality maintenance services in a professional and well-supported team.