Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Full-Time No home office possible
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Location: Based in Portsmouth area – Covering the South coast.

Contract Type: Long-Term Rolling (Outside IR35)

Pay Rate: £38 - £40 per hour (Weekly Pay)

V7 Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading national provider in the fire and security industry. Our client has secured a major long-term public sector contract covering over 1000 sites and 4,500+ assets across the UK. As a result, we’re seeking experienced Automation Door Engineers for service and maintenance work across public sector sites in the South coast, including areas such as Portsmouth, Southampton, Gosport and Brighton.

The Role

  • Work Type: Service and Maintenance
  • Auto Doors: Swing, Slide, Bi-Fold Systems
  • Shutter Doors: Roller Shutters, Sectional Overhead
  • Barriers & Gates: Including FAAC, CAME, RECORD, ASSA ABLOY, GAZE, TORMAX system

Requirements

  • Proven experience with service and maintenance of automatic doors, shutters, gates, and barrier systems
  • Qualifications (Desirable):
  • ADSA (Automatic Doors) or DHF or ADIA or Gate safe
  • Valid DBS check (or willing to obtain)
  • Experience on commercial/public sector sites
  • Key Benefits

    • Long-term contract with national coverage and large-scale scope
    • Monday–Friday working schedule (weekend overtime available)
    • 12 month rolling contract – part of a 3-year project
    • Outside IR35 – Paid weekly (Fridays)
    • Opportunity for continuous work and skill development

    Automation Engineer employer: V7 Recruitment

    Join a leading national provider in the fire and security industry, where you will benefit from a long-term rolling contract that offers stability and competitive pay. Our Portsmouth-based team fosters a collaborative work culture, prioritising employee growth through continuous skill development opportunities while covering a diverse range of public sector sites along the South coast. Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with the potential for weekend overtime, all while being part of a significant project that spans over three years.
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    Contact Detail:

    V7 Recruitment Recruiting Team

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