Job details
Driver Hire Southampton are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced HVAC / Refrigeration Technician to join their busy workshop operation based in Totton.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician with HVAC/refrigeration experience to become a key part of a specialist team, ensuring high-quality cooling equipment is prepared, maintained, and ready for customer hire.
The Role
Working closely with the Workshop Supervisor, Test Technicians, Workshop Technicians, Warehouse Team, and Depot Management, you will play a vital role in maintaining the performance and reliability of the hire fleet.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing refrigeration and cooling hire equipment ready for customer use
- Testing, cleaning, servicing, and repairing returned hire equipment
- Carrying out equipment inspections and identifying any faults or repair requirements
- Preparing additional equipment and accessories to meet specific customer orders
- Customising hire equipment to suit individual customer requirements
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping and following all Health & Safety procedures
- Supporting the workshop team to improve efficiency and deliver exceptional service
- Leading by example and contributing to a positive team environment
The role may also involve joining an on-call rota to support emergency equipment dispatch outside of normal working hours.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and reliable individual who can bring technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic to the team.
You will ideally have:
- F-Gas qualification with experience within HVAC, refrigeration, or a similar technical environment
- Previous experience working within a workshop, engineering, or production setting
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices
- The ability to organise your own workload and manage priorities effectively
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work well with colleagues and management
- A flexible approach and willingness to support the wider operation
Job Details
Location: Totton
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week, working within warehouse operating hours of 07:00–19:00)
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee contribution of 5% with employer contribution of 3%, increasing to 6% employer contribution if employee increases contribution
- Overtime opportunities available
- On-site parking
If you are an experienced refrigeration or HVAC technician looking for a new challenge within a growing and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today through Driver Hire Southampton.
