Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer - Nottingham - Essex - London - Reading

We're recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-established leader in physical security systems. This role suits a hands-on engineer with electromechanical skills who enjoys varied, site-based work. You'll be installing, servicing, and repairing high-security equipment such as gates, barriers, and bollards at client sites across the UK.

A company vehicle, tools, PPE, and phone are provided. You'll receive a competitive salary, uncapped overtime, and training on specialist equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, service, and maintain automated physical security systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical faults.
• Conduct site surveys and complete job documentation.
• Travel to client sites across the UK - including long-distance driving and overnight stays.
• Participate in an on-call rota (occasional weekend/night work may be required).

Skills & Experience Required:

• Multiskilled in mechanical and electrical disciplines (strong in one, with solid knowledge of the other).
• Experience working on automated/industrial machinery (e.g. steel works, food processing, agricultural repairs).
• Full UK driving licence.
• British passport holder (in-date) and able to pass MOD security vetting.

• Previous gate/barrier/entry system experience is highly desirable.
• Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Familiar with PLC controls (preferred).
• Hydraulics knowledge is an advantage.
• Excellent fault-finding skills and customer-facing communication.
• Holds an ECS or CSCS card (preferred).
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors.
• Flexible with hours, job changes, and travel/staying away as needed.

ACS are recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Field Service Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Field Service Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Field Service Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Field Service Engineer role you desire.