Field Service Engineer - Physical Security Systems

Location: M25 Corridor
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 basic + uncapped overtime + on-call allowance
OTE: £50,000 - £55,000+

Overview

We're hiring a Field Service Engineer to join a leading UK provider of physical security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles).

This is a hands-on field role suited to engineers with experience working on larger machinery, agricultural equipment, or PLC-controlled systems, alongside strong mechanical capability.

Key Responsibilities

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Install, service and repair security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles)

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Fault-find across mechanical and basic electrical/PLC systems

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Attend breakdowns and support reactive maintenance

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Participate in on-call rota (1 in 5 → 1 in 6)

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Complete digital job reports and liaise with clients on-site

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Travel regionally with occasional overnight stays

Requirements

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Strong mechanical engineering background (essential)

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Experience with larger machinery / plant / agricultural equipment / PLC-controlled systems

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Basic electrical knowledge (e.g. 3-phase, 24v systems, 18th Edition desirable)

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Full UK driving licence

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Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and in confined spaces

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Based within Chelmsford or surrounding areas

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Flexible for travel, overtime and weekends

Mandatory Security & Clearance (Non-Negotiable)

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Right to work in the UK (documentation required)

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5 years continuous UK residency

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5 years continuous employment history (fully traceable)

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No criminal convictions

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British passport required

Applications not meeting ALL criteria cannot be considered.

Package

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£38k-£40k basic

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Uncapped overtime (1.3x weekdays + weekends)

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On-call allowance

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Company van, tools, PPE, phone

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22 days holiday + BH (rising to 25)

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Full training + progression

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Ideal for engineers from plant, agricultural, heavy equipment or industrial backgrounds looking to move into a specialist, high-earning field role.

Interested? Press APPLY today.

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