Job Description:

Job Title: Gate Automation Engineer

Location: Midlands (Home Based with weekly visits to Leicester)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year + overtime (dependent on experience)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client is currently looking for an experienced Gate Automation Engineer to join their team, covering the Midlands area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a long-term role with a company that values its employees and promotes a good work-life balance.

The Role

This is a field-based position, primarily working from home, with weekly visits to the Leicester base required to collect equipment, replenish stock and prepare for upcoming work.

You will be responsible for:

Installing new Gate Automation Systems

Carrying out retrofits and safety upgrades

Servicing and maintaining existing systems

Fault finding and repairs

Installing access control and door entry systems

Completing detailed reports using a company tablet

Liaising with customers and residents professionally

Working individually and as part of a team

Carrying out groundworks during new installations where required

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within Gate Automation and Access Control systems.

You will ideally have:

Experience with Gate Automation Systems such as CAME, ROGER, BENINCA or BFT

Knowledge of Door Entry Systems, Access Control Panels or Door Automation systems (beneficial)

Experience with welding (beneficial)

A valid UK driving licence

Fluent spoken and written English

Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements relating to gate and door automation

The ability to work independently and manage deadlines

A responsible approach when working with customers, property and team members

Electrical Installation qualifications would be advantageous

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

40 hours per week

Additional weekday hours paid at normal rate

Optional Saturday work paid at time and a half

No out-of-hours call outs, supporting a good work-life balance

Salary & Benefits

£35,000 - £40,000 salary depending on experience

Overtime opportunities

Travel paid (minus 30 minutes each way)

Company van

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Company uniform

Health & Safety training

In-house training on company products

28 days paid holiday including bank holidays

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Gate Automation Engineer to join a reputable company offering stability, training and excellent benefits.