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Site Installation Technician

Posted 29 May 2026
Salary £35,000 - £45,000 per year DOE
Job type Permanent
Discipline Other
ReferenceJT-PC

Job description

​Field Installation Engineer (Refrigeration)

Location: Northamptonshire / Swindon Area
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per year DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Weekend and overnight work may be required depending on installation schedules.

Quest Employment is recruiting for an experienced Field Installation Engineer to join a growing and innovative business specialising in refrigerated display systems for major retail environments across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer with installation, construction, refrigeration, or electrical experience who enjoys travelling, problem-solving, and working on customer sites nationwide.

The Role

As a Field Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery, installation, assembly, and customisation of refrigerated display equipment at customer locations across the UK.

The role combines site-based installation work with workshop and warehouse-based assembly duties during quieter installation periods.

Candidates should be comfortable travelling regularly and staying away from home when required, typically averaging 1–2 nights per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering and installing refrigerated display equipment on customer sites

  • Loading and unloading equipment safely using forklifts and manual handling techniques

  • Assembling and configuring display units to specification

  • Fitting trims, accessories, and peripheral components

  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical instructions

  • Identifying and resolving on-site technical or quality issues

  • Completing installation records and documentation accurately

  • Supporting snagging work, service visits, and additional deliveries

  • Assisting with workshop assembly and operational projects when required

  • Maintaining Health & Safety standards at all times

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within installation, engineering, construction, refrigeration, or similar hands-on environments

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

  • Full UK Driving Licence

  • Willingness to travel across the UK and stay away overnight when required

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties

  • Flexible approach to working hours and occasional weekend work

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

  • Category C1 Licence and CPC qualification

  • Refrigeration or electrical background

  • Forklift licence

  • CITB Site Safety qualification

  • Training in:

    • Working at Heights

    • Asbestos Awareness

    • Manual Handling

    • First Aid

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Permanent full-time position

  • Company pension

  • Opportunity to work on projects for major UK retail environments

  • Career development and ongoing training opportunities

  • Varied and hands-on role with nationwide travel

  • Supportive and professional working environment

If you are an experienced installation engineer looking for your next long-term opportunity, apply today.