Gate, Barrier & Automation Engineer

Lemesosestates; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Funded qualifications

In-house training

Career progression

Job summary

Lemesosestates is seeking a Gate, Barrier & Automation Engineer to install automated gates, traffic barriers and access control systems in the Birmingham area. The role includes mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and reading technical drawings, with a focus on safety and quality.

The company offers comprehensive training, funded qualifications, and a clear progression path as it grows, with emphasis on work-life balance and long-term development.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install automated gates, barriers, bollards, turnstiles and access control products.
• Carry out mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, motor setup and control panel work.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and installation documents.
• Complete RAMS, commissioning paperwork and compliance documentation.
• Visit customer sites regionally and coordinate with project teams to ensure standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Reading technical drawings

Problem solving

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Power tools

Electrical wiring

Multimeter

Job description

Gate, Barrier & Automation Engineer

Location: Birmingham (local candidates preferred)
Salary: Up to £21.50 per hour + premium overtime
Hours: 08:00–17:00 (1-hour lunch) 40 hours/week
On-Call: None
Employment Type: Permanent

Join a Fast-Growing Automation Specialist With Long-Term Development

We are recruiting Gate, Barrier & Automation Engineers for a rapidly expanding manufacturer and installer of automated gates, traffic barriers, rising bollards, turnstiles, automatic doors, and access control systems.

This is an ideal opportunity for mechanically/electrically minded engineers seeking a role with excellent training, funded qualifications and clear progression routes into senior technical positions as the company continues to grow.

Why Engineers Apply for This Role

• Up to £21.50 per hour
• Excellent overtime rates: 1.3x weekdays, 1.5x Saturdays, 2x Sundays & nights
• No on-call – a great work/life balance
• Full training on all in-house manufactured systems
• Funded industry qualifications including: DHF / Gate Safe, ADSA, 18th Edition, IPAF, PASMA, CSCS
• Opportunities to progress into: Technical Lead, Senior Installation Engineer, Project Manager, Design Engineer, Technical Support / Training roles
• 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Enhanced sick pay
• Be part of a fast-growing company where your development is a priority

Role Overview

You’ll be responsible for the installation of a wide range of physical security and automation products, including:

• Automated gates (swing, sliding, bi-folding, telescopic, tracked)
• Traffic barriers
• Rising bollards
• Turnstiles and pedestrian access systems
• Automatic doors
• Access control systems (keypads, proximity readers, intercoms, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

• Installing automated gates, barriers, bollards, turnstiles and access control products
• Mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, motor setup and control panel work
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and installation documents
• Completing RAMS, commissioning paperwork and compliance documentation
• Visiting customer sites across the region (occasional collection of parts from depot)
• Working with project and technical teams to ensure installations meet standards
• Delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a safety-first approach

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Experience with tools, wiring, motors or electromechanical systems
• Ability to follow technical drawings
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Experience:

• Installation of: gates, barriers, bollards, turnstiles, automatic doors, access control
• Experience with automation brands such as: Roger Technology, BFT, FAAC, CAME

Desirable Qualifications (Training Provided):

• DHF / Gate Safe
• ADSA
• 18th Edition
• CSCS
• IPAF
• PASMA

What You’ll Gain

• A secure role with long-term career prospects
• Specialist training in a fast-growing engineering niche
• Funded certifications and continuous technical development
• Clear promotional pathways as the company expands