Trainee Service Engineer

Trainee Service Engineer – Automated Gates

We are looking for a reliable Trainee Service Engineer to join our team.

This is a varied and hands-on role involving assisting our Senior Engineer with diagnosis, repairs, servicing, and maintenance of automated gates, along with upgrades, breakdowns, replacement equipment, and small installation works.

Responsibilities will include assisting with:

• Fault finding, diagnostics and repairs on automated gates and entry systems
• Servicing and routine maintenance
• Repairing and replacing components and equipment
• Working on gates, barriers, intercoms, GSM systems, and associated access-control equipment
• Carrying out upgrades and small installation works
• Installing loops, posts, and cabling
• Trenching and other minor groundworks
• Attending customer sites to diagnose and resolve faults
• Providing professional and reliable customer service

We are looking for someone with some knowledge and/or experience within the automated gates, barriers or access-control industry who is confident working independently and as part of a team. Training will be provided.

You will ideally have:

• Knowledge and/or Experience in fault finding and repairing automated entry systems

• Knowledge of automated gates, barriers, intercoms, and GSM systems

• A practical, hands-on approach

• Good problem-solving skills

• A positive “can-do” attitude

• Excellent reliability and punctuality

• A professional and trustworthy approach

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

• A full UK driving licence is preferred (arrangements can be made to meet if necessary)

• An element of groundworks is involved, so you must be comfortable working outdoors and carrying out practical installation work.

What We Offer -

Monday–Friday working

No regular weekend work and is optional

No bank holiday or evening callouts

Sensible working hours – no unreasonable expectations

Most sites within approximately 1 hour's drive from our base

Competitive salary dependent on knowledge/experience

Company van and fuel card where appropriate and after a probationary period is passed

Company phone where appropriate and after a probationary period is passed

Company uniform, including safety boots, branded tops, work trousers and waterproofs

Company PPE

Tools provided

Company pension

Optional overtime

A friendly team environment with genuine team spirit

Join Our Team if you are a looking for a stable, rewarding position with sensible working hours and a great team environment, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Licence: Full UK Driving Licence required (preferred)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom required

Location: On the road / within 1 hour of our base

Apply today and become part of a growing team where your experience and skills are valued.

Salary range based on 8 hours per day, 5 days per week – to be discussed

Pay: £110.00-£160.00 per day

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person