Location: Essex 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
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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.
