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Field Service Engineer
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Watford
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Field Service Engineer – Gates, Barriers & Security Systems
Location: South East (ideally based within 20 miles of Watford)
Salary: £35,000 basic + overtime + on-call allowance (OTE £45,000–£50,000+)
Training provided | Career growth | Hands-on, varied field work
You MUST hold a British passport and have NO criminal convictions as you will require security clearance.
We’re supporting a leading engineering firm that designs, installs, and maintains physical security systems across the UK. They’re looking for a Field Service Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their team.
You’ll be working on installations, maintenance, and repairs of high-security systems such as gates, barriers, blockers, and turnstiles — with full training provided. While electrical experience isn’t essential, being comfortable using a multi-meter to check voltages on motors or similar equipment would be a real advantage.
Due to the nature of some client sites, random drug and alcohol tests may be carried out.
Why this role?
£35,000 base salary
Overtime at 1.3x after 40 hours (weekdays)
Uncapped overtime and weekend work available
On-call rota with generous allowances (1-in-5, moving to 1-in-6)
22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after 2 years)
Company van (business use only), tools, PPE, mobile phone and uniform provided
Long-term progression — training on electrical/controls systems available once core role targets are metWhat you’ll be doing
Installing, servicing and repairing gates, barriers, blockers, and turnstiles
Attending breakdowns and carrying out fault-finding/diagnostics
Cutting induction loops into concrete/tarmac (training & tools provided)
Using mechanical skills daily – hands-on repair and maintenance work
Completing electronic job sheets via tablet/smartphone
Delivering great customer service on-site
Travelling across the South East, with occasional overnight staysWe’re looking for people with…
Strong mechanical background essential) — ideally from one of the following:
Agricultural machinery maintenance
Conveyor systems / material handling equipment
Plant fitting / digger or heavy equipment repairs
Shift fitting in a factory
Site-based equipment such as wheel washes
Basic electrical understanding (advantageous) — e.g. using a multi-meter, motors, or 24v/240v systems
Full UK driving licence (clean preferred)
Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor/manual work (including confined spaces)
Willing to travel, stay away when needed, and take part in an on-call rota
Able to pass a safety-critical medical & face-fit test (must be clean-shaven for P3 mask use)
British passport & no criminal convictions (security clearance required)Please apply todayBefore You Apply
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