Field Service Engineer- Nottingham

ACS Performance; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of physical security systems is looking for a Field Service Engineer to work across Nottingham and other areas in the UK. The role involves installing and servicing security equipment, requiring strong mechanical and electrical skills. You will receive a company vehicle, tools, and competitive pay with uncapped overtime. The ideal candidate must have experience in industrial machinery and be willing to travel and work outdoors.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Tools and PPE provided

Training on specialist equipment

Uncapped overtime

Qualifications

• Experience working on automated/industrial machinery.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Must pass MOD security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain automated 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

Flexible with hours and travel

Tools

PLC controls

ECS or CSCS card

Tools for installation and maintenance

Job description

Job vacancy - Field Service Engineer- Nottingham

Position: Field Service Engineer- Nottingham

Field Service Engineer- Nottingham; area including; Castle Donnington, Derby, Belper, Mansfield

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.