Senior Refrigeration Engineer

Posting date:	14 May 2025
Salary:	£44,000 to £48,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	13 June 2025
Location:	PE30
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	ARC (Norwich) Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	KingsLynn Refrig-43277

Summary

Senior Refrigeration Engineer – Pharmaceutical Site (King’s Lynn)
Location: King’s Lynn, Norfolk
Salary: £44,000 - £48,400 basic | Up to £50,350 with call-out retainer | Overtime paid door-to-door at 1.5x | Discretionary bonus
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:00
Call-Out Rota: 1 week per month (+£150 retainer) plus additional overtime opportunities

An established facilities management provider is recruiting on behalf of a valued client for a Senior Refrigeration Engineer to oversee critical HVAC and refrigeration systems at a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in King’s Lynn. This is a permanent, site-based role offering a competitive salary, generous benefits, and clear career progression within a technically dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities – Senior Refrigeration Engineer

• Lead and coordinate the on-site refrigeration and HVAC team.

  
  

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

  
  

• Ensure all service and repair works are completed efficiently and reported accurately.

  
  

• Liaise with the facilities team and management to ensure seamless project coordination and future planning.

  
  

• Maintain high standards of compliance, health & safety, and documentation.

  
  Skills & Experience Required

  Essential:

  • Extensive experience as a Refrigeration or HVAC Engineer in a commercial or industrial setting.

    
    

  • Valid C&G 2079 (F-Gas) qualification.

    
    

  • Full, clean UK driving licence.

    
    

    Desirable:

    • IPAF, PASMA, or CSCS/SKILLcard certifications.

      
      

    • Experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

      
      What’s On Offer?

      • Competitive salary with structured overtime rates (1.5x) – door to door.

        
        

      • Company van and fuel card.

        
        

      • Laptop and smartphone.

        
        

      • 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), rising to 33 days with service.

        
        

      • Healthcare, dental, and optical insurance.

        
        

      • Company pension scheme.

        
        

      • Full uniform and PPE provided.

        
        Ideal Candidate Backgrounds

        This role is ideal for professionals with experience as a:
        Senior HVAC Engineer, Refrigeration Supervisor, Lead Service Technician, or Facilities Engineer (HVAC-biased). Candidates ready to step up from an experienced engineer position into a senior-level role are also encouraged to apply.

        About the Employer
        The hiring organisation is a trusted mechanical and electrical service provider delivering high-quality solutions across the UK. They pride themselves on technical excellence, timely project delivery, and investing in team development through apprenticeships and upskilling.