Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Install, service and maintain heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems in offices, shops, hospitals and homes — the technology that keeps buildings warm, cool and properly ventilated. Work includes fitting units, diagnosing faults and handling refrigerant gases safely. Typical pay ranges from around £20,000 in training to £40,000+ once qualified, with higher rates for specialist and commercial work. Prospects are growing fast, with rising demand for energy-efficient cooling, heat pumps and improved building ventilation.