At a Glance
- Tasks: Install and maintain automated gates and barriers across London.
- Company: Leading provider of access control solutions with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, company van, and 29 days holiday.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and hands-on experience in a thriving industry.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting projects in automation technology.
- Qualifications: Experience with gate automation systems and strong diagnostic skills required.
The predicted salary is between 36675 - 44825 £ per year.
The Gate Engineer role covers Greater / Central London and focuses entirely on automated gates, barriers and perimeter access systems. As a Gate Engineer, you will work across commercial, industrial and residential sites installing, servicing and fault-finding on Sliding Electric Gates, Speed Gates, Commercial Security Gates, Rising Bollards, Traffic Barriers, Cantilever Sliding Gates, Security Gates for Schools and Bi-Folding Gates. This position suits someone confident with electromechanical automation and safety systems. You will handle installation, commissioning, upgrades and reactive maintenance on electromechanical and hydraulic automation, safety devices, access control and control boards. The Gate Engineer will also support a regional on-call rota for emergency gate and barrier call-outs across London.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned maintenance, reactive fault diagnosis and emergency repairs on automatic gates and powered barriers
- Install, commission and upgrade electromechanical and hydraulic automation systems
- Comply with DHF safety standards and site regulations
- Complete first and second fix installation work across commercial and residential sites
- Support a regional on-call rota for emergency gate and barrier call-outs
What We Are Looking For
- Proven background as a Gate Engineer, Barrier Engineer or Gate Automation Specialist
- Strong hands-on experience with CAME, FAAC, BFT, HTC and Eagle Automation systems
- Confident electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills with 230V/24V control boards
- Knowledge of safety edges, induction loops, photocells and integrated intercom systems
- DHF, CSCS or 18th Edition qualifications are desirable
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- Base salary up to £50,000 DOE
- Overtime and standby allowances, call-outs paid at a 5-hour minimum
- Fully equipped company van, fuel card, professional power tools, uniform and tablet
- 29 days holiday including
Gate Engineer in London employer: Plan B
As a Gate Engineer with us, you'll join a dynamic team dedicated to providing top-notch automated gate solutions across Greater and Central London. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while also offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including overtime pay and a fully equipped company van. Our commitment to safety and innovation ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and contributions.
