Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer - Nottingham - Essex - London - Reading

We're recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-established leader in physical security systems. This role suits a hands-on engineer with electromechanical skills who enjoys varied, site-based work. You'll be installing, servicing, and repairing high-security equipment such as gates, barriers, and bollards at client sites across the UK.

A company vehicle, tools, PPE, and phone are provided. You'll receive a competitive salary, uncapped overtime, and training on specialist equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Install, service, and maintain automated physical security systems.
Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical faults.
Conduct site surveys and complete job documentation.
Travel to client sites across the UK - including long-distance driving and overnight stays.
Participate in an on-call rota (occasional weekend/night work may be required).

Skills & Experience Required:

Multiskilled in mechanical and electrical disciplines (strong in one, with solid knowledge of the other).
Experience working on automated/industrial machinery (e.g. steel works, food processing, agricultural repairs).
Full UK driving licence.
British passport holder (in-date) and able to pass MOD security vetting.
Previous gate/barrier/entry system experience is highly desirable.
Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
Familiar with PLC controls (preferred).
Hydraulics knowledge is an advantage.
Excellent fault-finding skills and customer-facing communication.
Holds an ECS or CSCS card (preferred).
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
Flexible with hours, job changes, and travel/staying away as needed.ACS are recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Field Service Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Field Service Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Field Service Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Field Service Engineer role you desire
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed