Lead Air Conditioning Installation Engineer | Building Services | Winchester / Hampshire | £45,000–£49,000 + Paid Door-to-Door Travel + Overtime + Company Vehicle

Installation-Focused Role | No On-Call | Supportive Team | Specialist Defence Projects

An established Building Services contractor is looking for a Lead Air Conditioning Installation Engineer to deliver air conditioning and heat pump installations within defence and secure government environments.

You will join experienced engineers and Project Managers in a supportive team, taking ownership of installations while helping less experienced colleagues develop. The business offers varied technical work, access to practical support and opportunities to build your skills.

This is an installation role covering commissioning and handover, with no domestic work or on-call rota. Paid door-to-door travel and overtime are available.

The Opportunity

As Lead Air Conditioning Installation Engineer, you will remain hands-on while coordinating day-to-day work on your allocated sites.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installing and commissioning split, multi-split and VRF/VRV systems.
• Interpreting drawings and installing associated pipework, containment and supports.
• Supporting the installation of controls and leak-detection systems.
• Organising materials, equipment and work for engineers, trainees and site labour.
• Maintaining safe working practices, installation quality and handover records.
• Coordinating with Project Managers, clients and other trades to maintain progress.

You will work closely with the AC Manager and senior supervisors, with scope to support site surveys and attend technical and manufacturer training.

About You

You will be an experienced Air Conditioning Installation Engineer with strong practical skills and the confidence to organise work and support colleagues.

We are looking for:

• NVQ in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
• F-Gas Category 1 certification.
• At least three years’ post-qualification experience.
• Commercial or industrial installation experience with air conditioning, heat pumps and split/VRF/VRV systems.
• Confidence reading drawings and completing commissioning and handover activities.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and work away.

Previous experience leading installations would be advantageous. Experienced installers ready for greater responsibility are also encouraged to apply. IPAF, PASMA, CSCS and First Aid qualifications would be useful.

What’s on Offer?

• £45,000–£49,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Paid door-to-door travel and overtime at applicable rates.
• Company vehicle and mobile phone.
• An installation-focused role with no on-call rota or domestic work.
• Technical and manufacturer training, with support for relevant qualifications.
• Scope for career development within a supportive engineering team.

Location and Travel

The company is based in South Hampshire. Projects involve UK-wide travel, working away where required and occasional overseas assignments. Travel arrangements will be discussed during an initial conversation.

Applicants must hold a UK passport and be able to obtain the required security clearance.

Interested?

If you are an Air Conditioning Installation Engineer looking for varied projects, paid travel and greater ownership of your work, please apply with your CV or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd for a confidential and informal discussion.

This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as an:

• Lead Air Conditioning Engineer
• Air Conditioning Installation Engineer
• Senior Air Conditioning Engineer
• Air Conditioning Installation Supervisor
• HVAC Installation Engineer