Ben Acton
Addlestone,Surrey
Summary
Highly skilled and hard working Chiller Supervisor with over 18 years of experience in commercial HVAC systems. Experienced in supervising engineering teams, mentoring junior staff, and providing company-wide technical support while remaining hands-on with complex chiller faults and projects. Specialist in Turbocor chillers, electrical fault finding, controls, and retrofits, with broad experience across all major chiller manufacturers and chilled water systems. Recognised for technical expertise, leadership, and consistently delivering work safely, on time, and to a high standard.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chiller Supervisor
JSA service
London, London
2019.01 - Current
Static and mobile chiller engineer
JSA Service
London, London
2017.01 - 2019.01
- Delivered planned preventative maintenance, commissioning, and reactive repairs on multiple different chiller systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration faults on chillers.
- Developed specialist fault-finding and repair skills for Turbocor compressors.
- Extensive experience working on complete chilled water systems, including pumps, valves, pipework, expansion vessels, and associated controls.
Mobile chiller and air conditioning engineer
Optimum group services
Various
2015.04 - 2016.12
- Enhanced expertise in commercial chiller systems across multiple manufacturers, building on prior manufacturer experience.
- Broadened technical skills in VRF/VRV, split systems, and close control air conditioning units.
- Carried out planned maintenance, servicing, and reactive repairs across a range of HVAC equipment.
Sabatical
N/A
2015.01 - 2016.03
Sabbatical - Travelling
Apprentice/Mobile chiller engineer
Dunham Bush
Various
2008.09 - 2014.12
- Completed a Level 3 NVQ Apprenticeship in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning while training as a Chiller Engineer.
- Progressed from Apprentice to Mobile Chiller Engineer, demonstrating strong technical ability and professional development.
- Serviced, maintained, and performed reactive repairs on large chillers up to 1MW, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Gained extensive hands-on experience with various chiller models, including Dunham Bush and Thermacold, enhancing fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Refrigeration and air conditioning
Eastleigh College
Eastleigh 2008.09 - 2011.08
City & Guilds F-Gas 2079 Category 1 -
Ellis Training
Valid CSCS Skill Card (Gold/Supervisor)
Skills
- Specialist Turbocor chiller knowledge
- Chiller controls and BMS integration
- Chiller retrofits and upgrades
- Brazing and pipework
- Electrical fault finding
Affiliations
- Scuba diving
- Volunteer Samaritan
- Travel
Timeline
Chiller Supervisor
JSA service
2019.01 - Current
Static and mobile chiller engineer
JSA Service
2017.01 - 2019.01
Mobile chiller and air conditioning engineer
Optimum group services
2015.04 - 2016.12
Sabatical
N/A
2015.01 - 2016.03
Apprentice/Mobile chiller engineer
Dunham Bush
2008.09 - 2014.12
NVQ Level 3 - Refrigeration and air conditioning
Eastleigh College
2008.09 - 2011.08
City & Guilds F-Gas 2079 Category 1 -
Ellis Training
Valid CSCS Skill Card (Gold/Supervisor)