Field Service Engineer (X-Ray / Security Systems)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Banbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Training

Progression

International travel

Overtime

On-call allowance

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is partnering with a global leader in high security technology to recruit a Field Service Engineer with an electrical or electro-mechanical background. Based in the South of England and field based, you will receive manufacturer training and have the opportunity to travel internationally.

You will install, service, maintain and repair X-ray scanners, metal detectors, body scanners, CCTV and access control systems, travel nationwide, and join a 1-in-4 on-call rota with

Qualifications

• Electrical or electro-mechanical background.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, install and repair advanced security screening equipment.
• Fault find on X-ray systems, metal detectors, body scanners, CCTV, and access control.
• Travel nationwide to customer sites with potential overnight stays.
• 1-in-4 on-call rota with overtime opportunities.

Job description

Field Service Engineer (X-Ray & Security Systems)

£38,000 - £45,000 + OTE £55k-£60k + Overtime + On-Call Allowance + Company Vehicle + Training + Progression + International Travel + Company Benefits

South England (Field Based)

Are you a Field Service Engineer with an electrical or electro-mechanical background, looking to join a global leader in high security technology where you'll receive manufacturer training and have the opportunity to travel internationally?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist engineering business delivering advanced security solutions to airports, seaports, government facilities, and critical infrastructure across the UK and overseas. The company offers excellent job security, ongoing investment in its engineers, and clear progression into senior technical and international roles.

In this role, you'll install, service, maintain, and repair a range of sophisticated security systems including X-ray scanners, metal detectors, body scanners, access control, and CCTV systems. You'll travel nationwide to customer sites and receive ongoing comprehensive manufacturer training.

The ideal candidate will have a background in field service, maintenance, or installation engineering with strong electrical or electronic fault-finding skills, looking to develop their skills and progress their career.

The Role:

• Service, maintain, install, and repair advanced security screening equipment
• Fault find on X-ray systems, metal detectors, body scanners, CCTV, and access control
• Travel nationwide to customer sites with occasional overnight stays
• Participate in a 1-in-4 on-call rota with excellent overtime opportunities
• Receive ongoing manufacturer training with opportunities for international travel

The Person:

• Electrical, electro-mechanical, or IT hardware experience
• Happy with UK-wide travel and on-call work
• Full UK driving licence

Reference Number: BBBH26677

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.