Gate Automation Engineer

AWC STAFF SERVICES LTD; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AWC STAFF SERVICES LTD is recruiting a Gate Engineer for conveyor and automated gate systems in the UK. The role focuses on installation, service and maintenance with strong fault-finding ability in mechanical and electrical/electronic domains.

The candidate should be willing to travel, work away from home, and participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota. Training will be provided for DHF Safety Diploma and related force testing competencies.

Qualifications

• Proven background in gate automation installation, service or maintenance.
• Mechanical and electrical/electronic fault finding.
• Ability to problem solve and recommend.
• Demonstration of completed work to clients/end users.
• Asset tagging and information registration.
• Precise engineering reporting.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the DHF Safety Assured Diploma and survey automated gate systems per BS EN 12453; prepare risk assessments.
• Training in Force Testing with software and a laptop; PC/IT literate.
• Manage day-to-day site work and RHI site staff.
• Handle purchasing for own RHI projects.
• Maintain high quality and efficiency.
• Report defects, snags and complaints to the Automated Systems Manager.
• Report health and safety defects/incidents to the appropriate manager.
• Maintain company image/branding for RHI Industrials.
• Liaise with client representatives as required.
• Ensure adherence to company management systems and processes.
• Ensure works follow the works specification.
• Follow risk assessments and method statements.
• Promote sustainable reuse/recycling to reduce waste.

Skills

Gate automation

Mechanical fault finding

Electrical fault finding

Client demonstrations

Asset tagging

Engineering reports

Job description

Our client is a major provider of Cyber Security service to the National Grid, due to new contract awards they are looking to recruit a talented Gate Engineer.

We are looking for candidates with:

Essential Competencies:

• A proven background in Gate Automation Installation, Service or Maintenance role is essential.
• Mechanical and Electrical/Electronic Fault Finding.
• Competency in problem solving and an ability to make diligent recommendations.
• Demonstration to Clients and End Users of completed systems or individual work(s).
• Completion of Asset Tagging and Registration of Information.
• Completion of precise Engineering Reports.
• Ordering of components and equipment where required.
• Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.
• Willing to participate in an out of hours call out Rota.

Role & Responsibilities:

• As a DHF Automated Gate Group Member the Automated Systems Technicians will be expected to achieve the DHF Safety Assured Diploma (2 Day Exam Course) Providing Competency in establishing and surveying Automated Gate Systems for BS EN 12453:2017 and DHF TS-013 Compliance, with the ability to prepare Risk and Safety Function Assessments.
• Training will be provided, where required, in Force Testing which will form a segment of the overall competency to support the DHF Safety Diploma. Force Testing requires the use of Software and a Laptop and so candidates must be PC and IT literate.
• Managing day to day site work / activities / RHI site staff.
• Purchasing requirements for own RHI Projects.
• Always ensuring a good standard of Quality and Efficiency.
• Reporting defects, snags, and complaints to Automated Systems Manager.
• Reporting Health & safety defects / incidents / accidents and near miss situations to the Automated Systems Manager / Health & Safety Director.
• Ensuring image and name associated with RHI Industrials are always upheld.
• Liaising with Client's representatives (as required).
• For ensuring that company management systems and processes are adhered to.
• Ensure that all works are installed and executed in accordance with the works specification.
• Ensuring that all Risk Assessments and Method Statements are adhered to.
• For promoting good practice of material sustainability (Reuse and/or recycle) initiatives to reduce waste and save costs.

In return they offer excellent salary and benefits packages