Job Description
Gate & Barrier Engineer
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.
North London, Essex & Surrounding Areas
Up to £20 per hour + Door-to-Door Travel + Excellent Overtime + Company Vehicle
TSM Technical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist within the security and access control industry for an experienced Gate & Barrier Engineer to join their growing engineering team.
This is a varied field-based role covering North London, Essex and the surrounding areas, carrying out the installation, service, maintenance, repair and commissioning of automatic gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles and associated access control systems.
If you're looking for a role with excellent earning potential, ongoing training and the opportunity to work on a wide range of security products, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Gate & Barrier Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
Planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
Reactive breakdowns, fault finding and repairs.
Commissioning of new installations.
Conducting site surveys and producing detailed reports.
Completing electronic service documentation.
Delivering excellent customer service on-site.
Participating in a 1-in-4 out-of-hours call-out rota.
Working safely in outdoor environments in all weather conditions.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills.
Experience commissioning equipment.
A full UK driving licence.
Good communication and customer service skills.
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
Three-phase electrics and 24V AC/DC controls.
PLC controls.
Mechanical engineering.
Hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
Welding experience.
ECS, CSCS, CCNSG, SSSTS or SMSTS.
Access control systems.
Health & Safety qualifications.
Salary & Benefits
40-hour working week
Paid door-to-door
Company vehicle and fuel card
Uncapped overtime
Overtime paid at time and one-third after 40 hours Monday-Friday and for the first four hours on Saturdays
Double time before 6am Monday-Saturday, after the first four hours on Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays and scheduled night works (10pm-6am)
Standby allowance of £120 per week (1-in-4 rota)
Call-out payments:
£35 Friday-Sunday
£50 Bank Holidays
22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Additional 3 days annual leave after 2 years' service
NEST Pension Scheme (8% total contribution)
Uniform, PPE, mobile phone and tools provided
Working Hours
Regular overtime available
Weekend and occasional night work required
Participation in a 1-in-4 call-out rota
Additional Information
Occasional overnight stays may be required depending on workload.
Some overseas travel may be available but is entirely optional.
The role is predominantly field-based and outdoors. xwwtmva
Apply
If you're an experienced Gate & Barrier Engineer looking to join a reputable company that offers long-term career prospects, excellent overtime opportunities and ongoing training, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact TSM Technical for a confidential discussion.
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