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 and 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.