Refrigeration Apprentice
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Company: COOLKIT LTD
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Location: Blackburn, BB1 3HJ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Competitive Salary
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000035660
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: To be determined upon training schedule.
Brief Description
CoolKit is a UK leader in refrigerated vehicles. This 3-year apprenticeship trains you as a Refrigeration Engineer, combining hands-on experience with formal learning. You’ll support installation, servicing and repairs, follow safety procedures, and develop technical skills while completing your level 3 qualification.
Training to be Provided
This role is based in Blackburn, Lancashire (BB1 3HJ). Block release training will take place in Wythenshawe, Manchester (M22 9UH). Candidates must be able to reliably commute to both locations as required.
Future Prospects
Upon completion of this course, apprentices' can then continue their engineering journey to become full refrigeration engineers, technical experts within the team, leadership opportunities, or transfer to a mobile refrigeration engineer supporting our customers across the UK.
Vacancy Detail
- Supporting engineers with the inspection, servicing and basic fault diagnosis of refrigeration systems
- Assisting with the repair and replacement of components such as compressors, condensers and evaporators
- Learning how to recharge systems and work safely with refrigerants in line with regulations
- Helping with the installation and commissioning of refrigeration systems within vehicles and bespoke builds
- Accurately recording maintenance, inspections and repair activities
- Following all health & safety procedures and developing safe working practices
- Supporting stock management and learning how to identify and order parts
- Working collaboratively with engineers and wider teams to support efficient operations
- Communicating clearly with colleagues and building confidence in technical discussions
- Actively completing all elements of the apprenticeship programme, including training, assessments and portfolio work
Other Information
- Strong commitment to health and safety
- Good time management skills