Specialist Technician

Role Overview :

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Test Bay Engineer to join our UK HVAC Naval Services team, specialising in the testing and validation of naval refrigeration and chilled water plants . This hands‑on role includes electrical hook‑up , mechanical pipe fitting , noise and vibration testing , commissioning, and ensuring compliance with F‑Gas regulations . Outside of active testing periods, you will also support the service and build team , assisting with system assembly and integration, compressor rebuilding, and attending site if required.

This is a key role in ensuring our systems meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards before deployment to naval platforms.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days paid holidays + Bank Holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including 7% match pension, free life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle 2 work scheme and discount on Johnson Controls security products.
• Extensive product and on the job / cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups
• Training on our company values

• Perform functional and performance testing of naval refrigeration systems.
• Carry out electrical hook‑up of refrigeration units, chilled water plants, and control systems in the test bay.
• Conduct mechanical pipe fitting for refrigeration and fluid systems.
• Execute noise and vibration testing using calibrated equipment and standard procedures.
• Conduct commissioning of refrigeration & HVAC units in the test facility.
• Ensure full compliance with F‑Gas regulations , including leak detection, recovery, and certification.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning.
• Record and analyse test data, producing detailed reports and feedback to engineering teams.
• Maintain test equipment and uphold safety standards in the test bay.
• Support the build area during non‑testing periods, assisting with system assembly and integration.
• Support the service team during non‑build time, assisting with compressor rebuilds and attending sites if required.
• Collaborate with service, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product readiness.

• Engineering qualification (HNC / HND or degree) in Electrical , Mechanical , Marine , or Refrigeration Engineering .
• Valid F‑Gas Certification (Category I or II).
• Proven experience in electrical hook‑up and mechanical pipe fitting .
• Proven experience with commissioning factory acceptance testing (FAT).
• Familiarity with noise and vibration testing techniques and tools.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Eligibility for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.
• Eligibility for UK BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance .