Service Engineer - Spalding
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5225 (90% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and GEA REFRIGERATION UK LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5225 Air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Responsibilities / Tasks
GEA Group Ltd operates within the industrial sector of the refrigeration industry, specialising in heavy commercial refrigeration plant systems. This opportunity would ideally suit an experienced engineer currently working with industrial refrigeration plant with an Ammonia qualification.
This is a field-based role within a growing team of Service Engineers, offering strong technical exposure and career progression opportunities.
Report directly to the Service Manager.
Adhere strictly to company policies and procedures.
Service and maintain heavy commercial refrigeration equipment and Ammonia plant, including package chillers
Maintain a strong customer-focused approach throughout all processes, ensuring customer expectations are consistently met.
Primarily maintenance-based, while responding to reactive service calls when required.
Support the Service Manager in resolving technical issues and reducing repetitive service calls in a timely manner.
Promote system improvements and modifications to customers to enhance operational performance.
Provide technical support to apprentices and customers.
Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety & Quality regulations and policies.
Attend site visits to troubleshoot, rectify faults, and educate customers where necessary.
Conduct site audits.
No supermarket work
Key Accountabilities
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Represent GEA Group professionally while on site.
Support capacity planning and work scheduling processes.
Maintain company technical and safety standards in accordance with Health & Safety procedures.
Recommend improvements where necessary and report accidents and near misses.
Provide technical support and coaching to team apprentices.
Remain up to date with safety standards and safety equipment requirements.
Champion and promote a strong safety culture in the workplace
Your Profile / Qualifications
Minimum 5 years’ experience working with Ammonia.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities.
Honest and trustworthy.
IPAF certified.
City & Guilds 2079 – F-Gas Category 1.
City & Guilds 2078 – Ammonia Safe Handling.
CO₂ and Hydrocarbon qualifications – beneficial.
Ability to read and follow technical drawings, building plans, and instructions.
Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to diagnose and repair refrigeration systems.
Competent in basic electrical work.
Skilled in brazing techniques.
Ability to fabricate and assemble components using hand and power tools.
Experience installing a wide range of refrigeration components.
Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Air-conditioning and refrigeration installers and repairers (SOC 5225) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~7k in sample- Middle half £34,476–~42,276
- Median £38,376
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. GEA REFRIGERATION UK LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5225 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.