Gate & Barrier Engineer - London

Job details

Posted Monday 30 March 2026
Job type Permanent
Reference 107
Recruiter Name Katie Armstrong

Job Title: Gate & Barrier Service Engineer

Location: London & surrounding areas Salary: Up to £48,000 / £23 per hour + overtime (1.5x / 2x) + on-call payments

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent


About the Role

Due to continued business growth, our client is seeking an experienced Gate & Barrier Service Engineer to join their established team in the London area.

In this role, you'll be responsible for the servicing, fault-finding, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and repair of automated gates, barriers, and associated access systems -  ensuring minimal downtime and excellent service delivery across a variety of commercial and residential clients. The ability to weld and fabricate on-site is essential to this position.


Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out servicing and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) of automated gates, barriers, and access systems.
  • Diagnose and repair faults quickly and effectively, minimising client downtime.
  • Perform on-site welding and fabrication repairs as required.
  • Source and replace parts, ensuring quality and compliance with manufacturer standards.
  • Complete job reports and ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
  • Provide excellent customer service on-site.
  • Participate in an on-call rota (with standby allowance and premium overtime rates).

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 4 years' experience as a service/maintenance engineer within the gate, barrier, or door automation sector.
  • Proven welding ability (MIG/MMA or equivalent) 
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across automated gate and barrier systems.
  • Familiarity with leading manufacturers such as BFT, FAAC, Nice, Came, Automatic Systems, or similar.
  • Gate Safe and/or DHF accreditation or working knowledge of their guidelines advantageous.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Valid DBS certificate (or ability to obtain one).

Salary & Benefits

  • Basic salary: up to £48,000 / £23 per hour (depending on experience).
  • Overtime rates: 1.5x weekday / 2x weekend.
  • On-call rota with standby allowance (£160 | 1in10) + premium overtime rates.
  • Company van (personal use allowed).
  • Uniform, tools, and equipment provided.
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 30 days with length of service.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Excellent training and career development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Gate & Barrier Engineer looking to join a growing business with strong earning potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.