Automation Engineer (Gates & Barriers)

Tyler Mason Consultants; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full PPE

On Call standby rates

AVIVA pension scheme

25 days holiday (buy/sell)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tyler Mason Consultants in Bristol/South West is seeking an Automation Engineer to join a nationwide service team. You will maintain, fault-find, and repair automated gates, barriers, doors and shutters, ensuring safe operation and compliance with standards.

You will undertake planned maintenance, breakdowns, reports, and customer liaison with a full UK driving licence and the ability to work independently. Training includes DHF Level 2, Gate Safe IOSH, and manufacturer courses.

Qualifications

• Experience with automated gates, barriers, doors or shutters.
• Strong electrical fault-finding ability.
• Knowledge of safety standards and industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) visits.
• Breakdown attendance and fault diagnosis.
• Repair and remedial works on automated systems.
• Electrical and mechanical fault finding.
• Ensure systems operate safely and remain compliant with standards.
• Accurate completion of service records and reports.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and provide excellent service.

Skills

Fault finding

Electrical competency

Independent working

Time management

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

DHF Level 2

Gate Safe IOSH

Manufacturer training

Tools

Gate automation equipment

Job description

Automation Engineer (Gates & Barriers)
Bristol/South West

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and proactive Automation Engineer, this role involves carrying out maintenance, breakdown response, fault finding, repairs and remedial works on a range of automated systems including gates, barriers, doors and shutters across a nationwide customer base.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) visits.
• Breakdown attendance and fault diagnosis.
• Repair and remedial works on automated systems.
• Electrical and mechanical fault finding.
• Ensuring systems operate safely and remain compliant with current standards.
• Accurate completion of service records and reports.
• Maintaining strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.

Essential Requirements: Automation Engineer (Gates & Barriers)

• Experience working with automated gates, barriers, doors, shutters or similar automation systems.
• Strong electrical competency and fault-finding ability.
• Good understanding of relevant safety standards and industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Experience & Qualifications: Automation Engineer (Gates & Barriers)

• DHF Level 2 qualification.
• Gate Safe IOSH certification.
• Manufacturer training with leading automation providers.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Reliable and professional.
• Well organised with excellent time management skills.
• Customer focused and commercially aware.
• Ambitious, with aspirations to progress and take on further responsibility.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Full and clean driving licence

What We Offer

• Full PPE
• On Call standby rates
• AVIVA pension scheme
• 25 days holiday, with buy and sell schemes
• Genuine career growth opportunities
• Access to prestigious clients and high-end systems
• Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and suc