Field Service Engineer
Salary: -40,00045,000 + Overtime

Location: Reading

Applications are invited from experienced Field Service Engineers to support the installation, servicing, maintenance, and commissioning of a broad range of security equiptment.

The successful applicant should ideally possess:

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings (full product-specific training provided).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Electrical and mechanical engineering experience.
• Fault-finding, repair, installation, and commissioning experience.
• Experience carrying out site surveys.
• Good customer-facing and customer service skills.

Applicants must:

• Be physically fit due to the practical demands of the role.
• Be capable of passing security clearance procedures.
• Have a flexible, positive, and proactive attitude.
• Be willing to participate in out-of-hours call-out support.

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• 3-phase electrical experience and/or 18th Edition qualification.
• Health & Safety certifications or training.
• Welding qualifications or practical welding experience.
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems experience.
• Previous experience working with automated gates, barriers, blockers, or similar equipment.

• Occasional overseas travel may be available but is not mandatory.
• This is primarily a home-based field role, although occasional overnight stays may be required.
• Weekend and occasional night work will form part of the position.
• The role offers a varied working environment suited to someone who enjoys diversity in their day-to-day activities.
• Standard hours are based on a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, although flexibility is required as schedules can change depending on operational requirements.
• Overtime and out-of-hours work will be required, sometimes at short notice.
• The position involves predominantly outdoor work.
• Company vehicle, tools, PPE, uniform, and mobile phone provided.
• Competitive salary with uncapped overtime opportunities.