Field Service Engineer- London East

ACS Business Performance Ltd; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security systems provider in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install and service high-security equipment. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with automated systems, and a full UK driving licence. You will travel across the UK for site work, with a competitive salary and provision of necessary tools and vehicle.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Tools and PPE provided

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience working on automated/industrial machinery (e.g. steel works, food processing).
• Holds an ECS or CSCS card (preferred).
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain automated physical security systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical faults.
• Conduct site surveys and complete job documentation.

Skills

Multiskilled in mechanical and electrical disciplines

Excellent fault-finding skills

Customer-facing communication

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer- London East; area including Stratford, Tilbury, Harlow and Ingatestone

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.

What you'll receive

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.