OFTEC & FGAS Qualified Site-Based Engineer
Are you an experienced heating and refrigeration engineer looking for a stable, long-term site-based role? My client is recruiting for an OFTEC & F-Gas Qualified Engineer to join their team on an ongoing commercial maintenance contract in Cambridge.
- Long-term site-based maintenance contract
- Paid travelling time & overtime available
- Company van & on-call allowance
The role is a Site-Based Engineer, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day maintenance needs of a designated commercial site or portfolio of sites. You'll be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding, and ensuring all systems operate safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who takes pride in their work, enjoys working independently, and builds strong relationships with clients.
Key responsibilities
- Carry out PPM and reactive repairs on oil-fired heating systems and air conditioning/refrigeration plant.
- Diagnose and resolve faults efficiently to minimise client downtime.
- Service, commission, and maintain OFTEC and F-Gas regulated equipment.
- Complete job sheets, service records, F-Gas logs, and compliance documentation.
- Update CAFM systems via handheld tablet and liaise with the helpdesk.
- Ensure all works comply with relevant regulations, health & safety legislation, RAMS, and site requirements.
- Act as the primary on-site point of contact for the client.
- Identify additional works and remedial requirements for quotation.
- Manage spare parts, materials, and plant room standards.
- Participate in the callout rota as required.
What we're looking for:
Essential
- OFTEC qualification.
- F-Gas qualification.
- Proven experience in commercial or industrial maintenance.
- Strong technical knowledge of oil-fired heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
- Experience working to SFG20 planned maintenance guidelines.
- Ability to use CAFM systems and handheld tablets.
- Good understanding of health & safety and safe systems of work.
- Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage your workload.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
- Gas Safe or ACS qualification.
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent.
What's on offer?
- Competitive salary Dependent on experience
- Paid travelling time
- Overtime available
- Company van & on-call allowance
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- Training & career development
- Stable, long-term site-based contract
- Supportive team environment & pension contributions
Interested? If you're OFTEC and F-Gas qualified and ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.