Refrigeration Engineer

Refrigeration Engineer – Kent (with UK travel)

Are you an experienced Refrigeration Engineer looking for a role where you can take the lead on installation and commissioning projects for marine vessels? If so, this Refrigeration Engineer job from Senex Recruitment, working with a respected specialist contractor in Kent, offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your refrigeration expertise.

The role is hands-on and varied, giving you responsibility for leading installation and commissioning work. While also supporting service, maintenance, and project delivery. This is a chance to bring your refrigeration knowledge to challenging projects on fascinating marine systems.

What you’ll do in this Refrigeration Engineer job As Refrigeration Engineer, you’ll take the lead on installation and commissioning of refrigeration systems onboard marine vessels. You will work on cold rooms, cool rooms, and chilled water plants. Ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard and in line with client requirements.

When not on site (which can be around circa 11-12 weeks at major naval ports in the UK) you will be back at the office near West Malling, Kent. Here you will support the projects being designed and built for naval clients. Offering you the chance to advise while developing your technical skills. Sometimes you will also also support other service, maintenance, and installation projects across the South East. Helping deliver a high-quality refrigeration service to clients

Key responsibilities include:

Leading installation and commissioning of refrigeration systems on marine vessels. Carrying out pipework, brazing, and electrical tasks to a high standard. Supporting service, maintenance, and project delivery across the major Naval ports in the UK. Maintaining accurate records and project documentation. Working closely with colleagues, contractors, and clients to deliver quality results. What you’ll bring to this Refrigeration Engineer job This role is ideal for a skilled Refrigeration Engineer with proven installation and commissioning experience who enjoys both technical work and project delivery. You’ll combine practical hands-on ability with good communication skills and the flexibility to work away when projects require.

You don’t need prior marine refrigeration experience to succeed in this role — what matters most is your strong technical knowledge and the ambition to take ownership of complex installation and commissioning projects. This is your chance to work in a niche, highly specialised environment where your expertise will make a real impact. You’ll build valuable relationships with key personnel at major ports and play a vital role in strengthening the company’s outstanding reputation as a trusted name in marine refrigeration systems.

You should have:

An Engineering qualification or apprenticeship F-GAS certification Strong skills in pipework and brazing. An electrical qualification (preferred but not essential). Good knowledge of refrigeration systems and controls. A full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel and stay away when required. You will be required to pass security clearance What’s on offer from this Refrigeration Engineer job This is a full-time, permanent role offering a salary offering an attractive salary depending on experience. Any salary quoted is an indication of expected salary, contact the team at Senex Recruitment to discuss your requirements and we will see what can be achieved,

You’ll receive a company van, specialist tools, overtime pay, and allowances for working away. There’s also the potential to gain an extra week of holiday if working away regularly.

You’ll enjoy the chance to work on unique marine projects while developing your skills and expertise in a supportive and growing business.

When not working at clients sites you will be required in the Kent offices, so being based commutable to West Malling is an advantage.

Apply for this Refrigeration Engineer job in Kent now If you’re ready to bring your refrigeration expertise to a challenging and rewarding role in the marine sector, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Senex Recruitment to explore this exciting opportunity.

To learn more about the role or to add a personal introduction to your application, contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment on 01424 211872.