Gate Automation Engineer
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance
Location:
Dartford, Kent
Salary: £40,000 £ 50,000 depending on experience, plus company vehicle, tools and uniform
Contract:
Permanent, full-time
Our client is an established specialist in gate automation and access control. They are part of a well-known commercial perimeter security business and are backed by a larger investment group. They install and maintain systems on construction sites, industrial units, schools and secure government sites, as well as premium private homes.
They have kept the feel of a close-knit, independent company. The team is hands-on and sociable, and management is approachable and knows everyone by name. They are also in a serious growth phase, with real investment behind them. They want to add experienced engineers who take pride in doing installations properly.
The role- Install automated gates and access control systems from start to finish - hanging gates, fitting the automation, wiring and commissioning.
- Service and maintain existing systems and find and repair faults on automation equipment.
- Work safely and to compliance standards on every job.
- Be the face of the business on site and give customers a professional, helpful service.
- Work mostly across the South East, with occasional stay-away work on larger installations.
The client is open to engineers who lean towards installation work and to those who prefer service and diagnostics.
What you ll need- Proven hands-on experience installing gates, automation systems and access control. This matters most.
- An ECS card (essential).
- DHF and/or Gate Safe training (preferred, not essential).
- Good mechanical and electrical skills. Knowledge of control panels, fob systems, intercoms, IP or CCTV is a bonus.
- A full clean UK driving licence.
- A practical, problem-solving attitude and a commute that lets you get to the yard regularly.
- £40,000 £ 50,000 depending on experience.
- Company vehicle, tools and uniform provided.
- Ongoing training and development, including manufacturer and industry accreditations.
- A supportive team that values its engineers and treats them well.
- Stable, varied work, plus the chance to grow with a business that is expanding.
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