Job Description

Refrigeration Engineer

Stoke on Trent / Remote

Are you a skilled Refrigeration Engineer ready to power unforgettable events across the UK?


Were recruiting for an F-Gas and NVQ Level 2/3 qualified Engineer to install, commission, and maintain cutting-edge refrigeration systems for high-profile festivals, sporting events, and corporate functions.


This role involves regular travel to our customers event sites for the duration of the event and ensuring flawless cooling solutions for them, when not deployed youll be based in Stoke, keeping our rental fleet in top shape for the next deployment!

Who are we:

Acclimatise/Air2Events are a subsidiary of Cross Rental Services, we are leading provider of temporary heating, cooling solutions for events across the UK. We specialise in creating comfortable, reliable environments for festivals, sporting occasions, and corporate functions, delivering top-quality refrigeration and HVAC systems tailored to each events needs. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction drives our reputation in the fast-paced event industry.

What Youll Do:

Installing

,

commissioning

, and

de-installing

temporary refrigeration systems and chillers at event sites, events peak June September but are year round.

Servicing

and

maintaining

our rental stock at our Stoke facility when not deployed on a customers site, ensuring equipment is in top condition for hire.

Troubleshooting

and

diagnosing

system issues to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Collaborating

with clients and colleagues to deliver exceptional service, adhering to safety standards and RAMS guidelines. Maintaining detailed records of installations, repairs, and safety inspections.
This is a

seasonal

role reflecting the event industry's demands:

Peak Season (JuneSeptember)

: Youll be deployed on-site at event sites across the UK, Europe and worldwide, staying on-site for the duration of the event to ensure services levels to our customers. Flexibility for travel and overnight stays is essential.

Low Season (OctoberJune)

: Youll be based in Stoke, focusing on maintenance and repairing our rental stock to prepare for the next season.

What Were Looking For:

Essential

: + F-Gas certification + NVQ Level 2/3 in Refrigeration or equivalent
+ IPAF and CSCS Card
+ Experience in servicing and maintenance of chillers and installing split systems
Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills Commitment to safety regulations (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001, ISO 14001:2015)

Desirable

: + Electrical knowledge (18th Edition) + Boiler knowledge

Our Mission:

We are customer centric

. That means we provide excellent and agile service, which is right first time, every time.

We are trusted partners.

That means our customers trust us to work with them to solve complex engineering problems with precision.

We are innovators.

That means we use our expertise to grow our business, constantly looking for opportunity to innovate and improve.

We are one team.

We aim to grow talent by fostering pride and passion in the business, developing our people through education and having fun.

What we offer:

Competitive salary

with

enhanced overtime rates

for out-of-hours, weekend & bank holiday work

Daily food allowance

for overnight stays during events

Working hours

: 08:0017:00

Holiday

: 25 days + bank holidays

Pension

: 5% employee, 3% employer contribution

Additional perks

: Free parking, Corporate Eyecare, discretionary Group Life Assurance, and Private Medical Insurance (opt-in after probation) *

Supportive team culture

with a focus on respect, accountability, and integrity