Field Service Engineer

Pertemps; Crawley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team in Crawley. You will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of perimeter security systems, managing tools and materials, and ensuring excellent customer service. The ideal candidate requires a full clean UK driving licence, good physical fitness, and relevant engineering experience. This position offers a salary of £38,000 - £40,000 and various benefits including paid annual leave and a company vehicle.

Benefits

5 weeks paid annual leave

All tools and PPE provided

Company pension scheme

Company van & uniform

Qualifications

• Full clean UK driving licence required.
• Good physical fitness due to role demands.
• Experience in Field Service Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical).

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair perimeter security systems.
• Conduct routine maintenance and emergency callouts.
• Manage vehicle stock and ensure tools/materials readiness.

Skills

Self-motivated

Customer focused

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Education

CSCS Card

IPAF

PASMA

Job description

Our client seeking a skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer to join their expanding team in Crawley. This is a full-time, mobile role involving the installation, servicing, and repair of a wide range of perimeter security products.

About the Role

• Carry out full installations of perimeter security systems, including gates, barriers, and road blockers.
• Attend existing client sites to conduct routine maintenance, emergency callouts, fault finding, and repairs.
• Work on both our own products and a variety of systems manufactured by others.
• Collaborate closely with our administration team to schedule and complete work efficiently.
• Travel mainly within London and the Southeast, with additional UK-wide visits and opportunities for occasional overseas travel based on experience and expertise.
• Report directly to the Field Operations Manager.

What They’re Looking For

• Self-motivated, confident, and customer focused.
• Capable of delivering high‑quality work and following in‑house training procedures.
• Detail‑oriented, with the ability to maintain accurate records of tasks, inspections, and site visits.
• Responsible for managing vehicle stock, ensuring tools and materials are ready for upcoming jobs.

Essential Requirements

• Full clean UK driving licence
• Good level of physical fitness due to the demands of the role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass security clearances
• Field Service Engineering experience (Mechanical/Electrical)
• CSCS Card, IPAF, PASMA (desirable)

Benefits

• Salary £38,000 - £40,000
• 5 weeks paid annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• All tools and PPE provided
• Secure on‑site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Company van & uniform