Field Service Engineer (X-Ray / Security Systems)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Training and progression

International travel

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, service and repair advanced security screening equipment across the UK, including X-ray scanners, body scanners, CCTV and access control systems.

Based in London with field-based travel, the role offers a competitive £42,000-£50,000 salary plus OTE £60k, an on-call allowance, a company vehicle, manufacturer training and clear progression into senior technical and international roles.

Qualifications

• Background in field service, maintenance or installation engineering.
• Strong electrical or electronic fault-finding skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical experience

Electro-mechanical background

IT hardware experience

Job description

Field Service Engineer (X-Ray / Security Systems)

£42,000 - £50,000 + OTE £60k + Overtime + On-Call Allowance + Company Vehicle + Training + Progression + International Travel + Company Benefits

London (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:

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

Reference Number: BBBH26678

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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.