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Fiels Service Engineer

Sevenoaks
money-bag £38000 - £40000/annum
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Field Service Engineer – Physical Security Systems
Location: Sevenoaks
 Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 basic + uncapped overtime + on-call allowance
 OTE: £50,000 – £55,000+

Overview
We’re hiring a Field Service Engineer to join a leading UK provider of physical security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles).
This is a hands-on field role suited to engineers with experience working on larger machinery, agricultural equipment, or PLC-controlled systems, alongside strong mechanical capability.

Key Responsibilities
Install, service and repair security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles)

  • Fault-find across mechanical and basic electrical/PLC systems

  • Attend breakdowns and support reactive maintenance

  • Participate in on-call rota (1 in 5 ? 1 in 6)

  • Complete digital job reports and liaise with clients on-site

  • Travel regionally with occasional overnight stays



Requirements
Strong mechanical engineering background (essential)

  • Experience with larger machinery / plant / agricultural equipment / PLC-controlled systems

  • Basic electrical knowledge (e.g. 3-phase, 24v systems, 18th Edition desirable)

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and in confined spaces

  • Based within Chelmsford or surrounding areas

  • Flexible for travel, overtime and weekends



Mandatory Security & Clearance (Non-Negotiable)

  • Right to work in the UK (documentation required)

  • 5 years continuous UK residency

  • 5 years continuous employment history (fully traceable)

  • No criminal convictions

  • British passport required

Applications not meeting ALL criteria cannot be considered.

Package

  • £38k–£40k basic

  • Uncapped overtime (1.3x weekdays + weekends)

  • On-call allowance

  • Company van, tools, PPE, phone

  • 22 days holiday + BH (rising to 25)

  • Full training + progression



Apply
Ideal for engineers from plant, agricultural, heavy equipment or industrial backgrounds looking to move into a specialist, high-earning field role.

Interested? Press APPLY today.

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