Fiels Service Engineer

New Today

Field Service Engineer – Physical Security Systems
Location: Sevenoaks
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
Install, service and repair security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles)
*
Fault-find across mechanical and basic electrical/PLC systems
*
Attend breakdowns and support reactive maintenance
*
Participate in on-call rota (1 in 5 → 1 in 6)
*
Complete digital job reports and liaise with clients on-site
*
Travel regionally with occasional overnight stays
Requirements
Strong mechanical engineering background (essential)
*
Experience with larger machinery / plant / agricultural equipment / PLC-controlled systems
*
Basic electrical knowledge (e.g. 3-phase, 24v systems, 18th Edition desirable)
*
Full UK driving licence
*
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and in confined spaces
*
Based within Chelmsford or surrounding areas
*
Flexible for travel, overtime and weekends
Mandatory Security & Clearance (Non-Negotiable)
*
Right to work in the UK (documentation required)
*
5 years continuous UK residency
*
5 years continuous employment history (fully traceable)
*
No criminal convictions
*
British passport required
Applications not meeting ALL criteria cannot be considered.
Package
*
£38k–£40k basic
*
Uncapped overtime (1.3x weekdays + weekends)
*
On-call allowance
*
Company van, tools, PPE, phone
*
22 days holiday + BH (rising to 25)
*
Full training + progression
Apply
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.
INDO
Apply
Location:
Sevenoaks
Salary:
£38,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

We found some similar jobs based on your search