Specialist Technician at Johnson Controls in Basildon, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

testing

commissioning

electrical hook‑up

pipe fitting

data analysis

f‑gas compliance

Diagnose and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning.
Maintain test equipment and uphold safety standards in the test bay.
Carry out electrical hook-up of refrigeration units, chilled water plants, and control systems in the test bay.
Conduct mechanical pipe fitting for refrigeration and fluid systems.
Support the build area during non-testing periods, assisting with system assembly and integration.
Perform functional and performance testing of naval refrigeration systems.
Support the service team during non-build time, assisting with compressor rebuilds and attending sites if required.
Ensure full compliance with F-Gas regulations, including leak detection, recovery, and certification.
Record and analyse test data, producing detailed reports and feedback to engineering teams.
Execute noise and vibration testing using calibrated equipment and standard procedures.
Conduct commissioning of refrigeration & HVAC units in the test facility.
Collaborate with service, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product readiness.

Requirements

f‑gas

commissioning

fat

fault finding

engineering qualification

sc clearance

Familiarity with noise and vibration testing techniques and tools.
Good communication and reporting skills.
Eligibility for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.
Eligibility for UK BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
Valid F-Gas Certification (Category I or II).
Proven experience with commissioning and factory acceptance testing (FAT).
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree) in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, or Refrigeration Engineering.
Proven experience in electrical hook-up and mechanical pipe fitting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including 7% match pension, free life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle 2 work scheme and discount on Johnson Controls security products.
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available
25 days paid holidays + Bank Holidays and sick pay
Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service
Competitive salary
Access to business resource groups

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for uk sc (security check) clearance.
eligibility for uk bpss (baseline personnel security standard) clearance.

Company

Overview

1885

Year Founded

Pioneered the electric thermostat and launched the building controls industry.

2016

Year of Merger

Merged with Tyco International, expanding into fire protection and security.

$26.8B

Annual Revenue

Generates revenue across four global business segments.

Record Backlog

Project Demand

Maintains a strong backlog of digital and infrastructure projects.

Pioneered the electric thermostat, launching the building controls industry.
Evolved into a global leader in smart building systems through over a century of innovation.
Typical projects range from HVAC installations to integrated smart systems in hospitals, airports, stadiums, and data centers using their OpenBlue digital platform.
Expertise covers HVAC, fire detection and suppression, security systems, energy management, and facility services.
Earned LEED Platinum certification for its North American headquarters and supplied smart systems to landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.

Culture + Values

N/A – Johnson Controls does not publish an official list of culture or values under standardized headings on its public website or LinkedIn.

Environment + Sustainability

43.8% reduction

Emissions reduction

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 43.8% since 2017 toward a 55% target by 2030.

56% reduction

GHG intensity

Achieved a 56% reduction in GHG intensity since 2017.

56% renewables

Global electricity

56% of global electricity was matched by renewables in 2024.

25% sites landfill-free

Manufacturing sites

23 manufacturing sites (25%) achieved zero-landfill in 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

Double women leaders by 2026

Global Leadership Diversity Target

Aim to double women leaders globally and minority leaders in the U.S. within five years, initiative launched in 2021.

>100k global workforce

Community Volunteering Impact

Engaged global workforce of over 100,000 across 150+ countries, contributing over 61,000 volunteer hours in 2023.

Includes diversity targets in senior leaders’ performance metrics tied to compensation.
Partnerships with HBCUs to develop next-gen sustainable building leaders through scholarships and education initiatives.
Increased spend with women- and minority-owned businesses as part of supplier sustainability and inclusion goals.

Articles

Media Contact

Privacy and Trust Center

Investor & Media Contacts (SEC filing)

Role

Description

testing

commissioning

electrical hook‑up

pipe fitting

data analysis

f‑gas compliance

Diagnose and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning.
Maintain test equipment and uphold safety standards in the test bay.
Carry out electrical hook-up of refrigeration units, chilled water plants, and control systems in the test bay.
Conduct mechanical pipe fitting for refrigeration and fluid systems.
Support the build area during non-testing periods, assisting with system assembly and integration.
Perform functional and performance testing of naval refrigeration systems.
Support the service team during non-build time, assisting with compressor rebuilds and attending sites if required.
Ensure full compliance with F-Gas regulations, including leak detection, recovery, and certification.
Record and analyse test data, producing detailed reports and feedback to engineering teams.
Execute noise and vibration testing using calibrated equipment and standard procedures.
Conduct commissioning of refrigeration & HVAC units in the test facility.
Collaborate with service, design, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product readiness.

Requirements

f‑gas

commissioning

fat

fault finding

engineering qualification

sc clearance

Familiarity with noise and vibration testing techniques and tools.
Good communication and reporting skills.
Eligibility for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.
Eligibility for UK BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
Valid F-Gas Certification (Category I or II).
Proven experience with commissioning and factory acceptance testing (FAT).
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree) in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, or Refrigeration Engineering.
Proven experience in electrical hook-up and mechanical pipe fitting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including 7% match pension, free life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle 2 work scheme and discount on Johnson Controls security products.
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources available
25 days paid holidays + Bank Holidays and sick pay
Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service
Competitive salary
Access to business resource groups

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

eligibility for uk sc (security check) clearance.
eligibility for uk bpss (baseline personnel security standard) clearance.

Company

Overview

1885

Year Founded

Pioneered the electric thermostat and launched the building controls industry.

2016

Year of Merger

Merged with Tyco International, expanding into fire protection and security.

$26.8B

Annual Revenue

Generates revenue across four global business segments.

Record Backlog

Project Demand

Maintains a strong backlog of digital and infrastructure projects.

Pioneered the electric thermostat, launching the building controls industry.
Evolved into a global leader in smart building systems through over a century of innovation.
Typical projects range from HVAC installations to integrated smart systems in hospitals, airports, stadiums, and data centers using their OpenBlue digital platform.
Expertise covers HVAC, fire detection and suppression, security systems, energy management, and facility services.
Earned LEED Platinum certification for its North American headquarters and supplied smart systems to landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.

Culture + Values

N/A – Johnson Controls does not publish an official list of culture or values under standardized headings on its public website or LinkedIn.

Environment + Sustainability

43.8% reduction

Emissions reduction

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 43.8% since 2017 toward a 55% target by 2030.

56% reduction

GHG intensity

Achieved a 56% reduction in GHG intensity since 2017.

56% renewables

Global electricity

56% of global electricity was matched by renewables in 2024.

25% sites landfill-free

Manufacturing sites

23 manufacturing sites (25%) achieved zero-landfill in 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

Double women leaders by 2026

Global Leadership Diversity Target

Aim to double women leaders globally and minority leaders in the U.S. within five years, initiative launched in 2021.

>100k global workforce

Community Volunteering Impact

Engaged global workforce of over 100,000 across 150+ countries, contributing over 61,000 volunteer hours in 2023.

Includes diversity targets in senior leaders’ performance metrics tied to compensation.
Partnerships with HBCUs to develop next-gen sustainable building leaders through scholarships and education initiatives.
Increased spend with women- and minority-owned businesses as part of supplier sustainability and inclusion goals.

Articles

Media Contact

Privacy and Trust Center

Investor & Media Contacts (SEC filing)