Field Service Engineer

Position: Field Service Engineer (Permanent)
Field Service Engineer – Gates, Barriers & Security Systems

Location:

Sheffield
Salary: £35,000 basic + uncapped overtime + on-call allowance (OTE £45,000–£50,000+)
Training provided | Career growth | Hands-on, varied field work

We’re working with a leading engineering firm that designs, installs, and maintains physical security systems across the UK. They're looking for a Field Service Engineer to join their growing team, supporting both installation and ongoing maintenance.

This role is ideal for someone with a solid mechanical and electrical background who is happy working outdoors, occasionally in challenging environments (e.g. drilling, working in pits, getting dirty). Plenty of weekend work and overtime is available, and full product training will be provided.

Package and Benefits:

£35,000 base salary
Overtime at 1.3x after 40 hours on weekdays
Uncapped overtime and weekend work available
On-call rota with generous allowances
22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after 2 years)
Company van (business use only), tools, PPE, mobile phone and uniform provided
Varied, hands-on role with long-term progression opportunities

Field Services Engineer Responsibilities:

Install, service and repair physical security equipment such as gates, barriers, blockers and turnstiles
Attend breakdowns and perform fault-finding and diagnostics
Take part in a 1-in-5 (moving to 1-in-6) on-call rota, with an average of 3 callouts per week
Complete electronic job sheets using a tablet or smartphone
Deliver excellent customer service on site and communicate clearly with clients
Travel across the South East and occasionally further afield, including overnight stays where required

Field Service Engineer Requirements:

Based in or around Sheffield
Strong mechanical skillset – hands-on background is essential
Electrical knowledge is an advantage (e.g. 18th Edition, 3-phase, or 24v DC/AC systems)
Full UK driving licence (preferably clean)
Physically fit and comfortable with manual work, outdoor environments, and confined spaces
Willing to travel, stay away overnight when required, and work weekends when required
Able to pass a safety-critical medical and face fit test (clean-shaven required for P3 mask)
Must be British-born (due to site clearance requirements)
Must have no criminal convictions (security clearance required)
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