Gate Automation Engineer (Gates, Access Control & Automation)£38,000£42,000 Royston (Herts)MondayFriday | 7:30am4:30pmExperienced installer required for a well-established company installing high-quality automated gates, many designed and manufactured in-house. Most work within 30 miles of Royston.Company van providedAbout the roleAutoGate Services is a well-established, family-run company with more than 20 years experience installing automated gates across residential, commercial and industrial sites.
We are looking for an experienced Gate Automation Installer / Engineer to join our friendly and professional team installing automated gates, barriers, intercom systems and access control.This role would suit someone already installing automated gates, or working with automation and access control systems, who is looking for a well-organised company and supportive team environment.It may also suit someone currently working as a self-employed installer who would prefer the stability of a permanent role with good support and equipment provided.
What the job involves

• Installing automated gates and barriers
• Installing intercom and access control systems
• Hanging gates and setting out installations
• Installing safety upgrades and replacement components
• Commissioning and testing automation systems
• Communicating professionally with customers on site
• Ensuring all work meets current safety standards

What we are looking for

• You will likely already be doing something similar, for example installing automated gates or working with gate automation and access control systems.

Essential

• Experience hanging gates and setting out installations
• Knowledge of job related groundworks
• Ability to deal with customers professionally on site
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• DHF qualification
• Experience with BFT, DEA, VIDEX or similar automation systems
• Electrical fault-finding experience
• Experience across multiple aspects of automated gate installation

If you have strong relevant experience but not every system listed above, we would still like to hear from you.Pay and working hoursSalary: £38,000 £42,000 depending on experience

• Monday to Friday
• 40 hour week
• Typical site hours: 7:30am 4:30pm

Overtime may occasionally be required to complete an installation within the scheduled time, but this is weekday overtime only.There is scope for salary progression as experience grows.What we offer

• Company van
• Tools provided
• Company phone
• Uniform, PPE, safety boots and waterproofs provided
• Company pension
• Additional holiday with length of service
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Staff rewards and team events

Why engineers enjoy working here

• High-quality gates designed and manufactured in-house
• Great team taking pride in a job well done
• Well organised installations
• Dedicated groundworker support
• Friendly, experienced team

AutoGate Services has built its reputation on quality engineering, safe installations and strong teamwork, and we take pride in the work we do.ApplyIf you already install automated gates, or work with automation or access control systems, and are looking to join a well-organised, supportive company, we would be pleased to hear from you.