Gate/Barrier Engineer - Birmingham

Westwood Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of fire safety solutions is seeking a Gate Engineer in Birmingham. Your role includes installing, maintaining, and inspecting fire-rated doors and gates while ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. This full-time position offers competitive salary and growth potential within the fire engineering domain.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company vehicle and tools

Ongoing training and professional development

Dynamic and supportive team environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in installing doors, barriers, shutters, gates.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission fire-rated gates, shutters, and doors.
• Perform inspections and testing of fire safety equipment.
• Complete reports and certifications for all works.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Understanding of electronic controls

Communication skills

Education

Relevant certification in passive fire protection (e.g., FIRAS)

Tools

CSCS card

PASMA

IPAF

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Fire & Security Recruitment Consultant at Westwood Recruitment Ltd.

Job Title: Gate Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Reports To: Operations Manager – Passive Fire Division

About My Client:

My client is a leading UK provider of fire safety and security solutions. Their mission is to protect lives and property through high-quality fire detection, suppression, and passive fire protection systems. We are proud of our reputation for technical excellence, integrity, and responsive service.

Role Overview:

As a Gate Engineer working with our client, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of fire-rated doors, shutters, gates, and associated passive fire protection systems. You will ensure that all work is carried out to the highest standards of safety and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and commission a variety of fire-rated gates, shutters, and doors in line with project specifications and current fire safety legislation.

• Perform regular inspections, servicing, and testing to ensure continued compliance and functionality of fire safety equipment.

• Diagnose and repair faults in gate systems and components, including mechanical and electrical elements.

• Complete detailed reports and certification for all works undertaken, ensuring traceability and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with fire safety engineers, project managers, and other trades to deliver integrated fire safety solutions.

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of British Standards (e.g., BS EN 16034, BS 476) and industry best practices.

• Adhere to all site-specific health & safety requirements and company policies.

Requirements:

• Proven experience installing and maintaining any but not necessarily all of the following - doors, barriers, shutters, and gates, bollards etc.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of electronic controls (preferably with some experience in fire alarm interface systems).

• Relevant certification in passive fire protection (e.g., FIRAS, BM TRADA, or similar) preferred.

• Full UK driving license.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively on multiple sites.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and client interaction.

• Knowledge of current fire safety legislation (e.g., Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005).

• Experience in working within commercial, industrial, or residential environments.

• CSCS card and other relevant site qualifications (e.g., PASMA, IPAF).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Company vehicle and tools.

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

• A dynamic and supportive team environment.

• Opportunities for career progression within a rapidly growing fire engineering group.

If you are interested in this opportunity, and would like to learn more or be considered, please apply with your most up to date CV, and we will be in touch.

Disclaimer:

By submitting your resume to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an employment agency and will work to find suitable employment opportunities for you. We do not guarantee employment. You agree that all information submitted to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd is accurate and truthful. You agree to hold Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd harmless for any liabilities arising from employment, and to treat all candidate data as confidential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Fire Protection and Engineering Services

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