HVAC Engineer - KSD Support Services Ltd : Job Details

HVAC Engineer

£40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Reading (Berkshire)

Permanent, Full-time

About Us

KSD Support Services Ltd is part of the KSD Group, one of the fastest-growing, privately owned building maintenance and facilities management companies in the UK. We're a well-recognised and respected brand in the UK FM marketplace, delivering exceptional service levels to key blue-chip clients across commercial, retail, and corporate sectors.

The Role

We're seeking experienced HVAC Engineers to join our growing operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified engineers looking to work with a reputable FM provider on high-profile client sites, with a strong package and genuine career development opportunities.

You'll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, ensuring all temperature control and ventilation systems operate efficiently and safely across our client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Installing HVAC components including pipework, ductwork, and control panels
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on HVAC systems
• Reactive maintenance, inspections, fault finding, and diagnostics
• Performing quality checks to ensure systems operate efficiently and safely
• Maintaining accurate records including daily worksheets, materials used, and site photos
• Building positive working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ensuring all Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices are followed
• Participating in out-of-hours on-call service (1 in 4 weeks rota)

Essential Requirements

• F-Gas certification (mandatory)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent (Level 3 preferred)
• CSCS Card or equivalent
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent timekeeping and communication skills
• Positive, 'can-do' attitude with strong customer service focus

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities management or building services
• First Aid certificate
• Asbestos Awareness certificate
• IPAF - Mobile Vertical (3a) + (3b) Mobile Boom
• PASMA - Mobile Access Tower for Users
• UKPIA / SPA Petrol Retail Contractors Safety Passport

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
• Company van for work use
• Fuel card
• Mobile phone
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Standard hours: 45 hours per week (9 hours per day, Monday-Friday, 08:00-18:00)
• On-call payment: £125 per week standby allowance (1 in 4 weeks Rota) plus overtime rates for call-outs
• Overtime opportunities at standard rates outside core hours
• Training and professional development
• Working with blue-chip clients on quality sites

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for qualified HVAC engineers based in or willing to cover the Reading (Berkshire) area. You'll be an experienced professional with strong technical skills in air conditioning and ventilation systems, holding essential F-Gas certification and NVQ Level 3 qualifications.

The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach to maintenance, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the communication skills to represent KSD professionally on client sites.

KSD Support Services is an equal opportunities employer.