Security Gate Engineer - Henley Chase Limited : Job Details

Job Title: Security Gate Engineer

Location: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & London

Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE)

Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Security Gate Engineer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of a wide range of automated security gates, access control systems, and related safety equipment across Herts, Beds, Bucks, and London.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair automated security gates, barriers, bollards, and associated control systems.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently to minimise downtime for clients.
• Conduct routine servicing, safety checks, and compliance inspections (including EN safety standards).
• Work on a variety of systems including swing gates, sliding gates, bi-folds, barriers, intercoms, access control, and safety devices.
• Provide excellent customer service and clear communication with clients on work progress.
• Complete job sheets, reports, and documentation accurately.
• Ensure all work meets health & safety and industry compliance requirements.
• Participate in on-call rota (if applicable).

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Gate Engineer, Automation Engineer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of gate automation systems (e.g., Came, BFT, FAAC, NICE, Beninca, etc.).
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical faults.
• Understanding of safety standards such as EN 12453 / EN 13241.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.

Desirable (not essential)

• Electrical qualifications (e.g., 17th/18th Edition, ECS/CSCS).
• Experience with welding and fabrication.
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control, or other security systems.
• Gate Safe or DHF training/certifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, and tools (if provided).
• Ongoing training & development.
• Paid holiday, pension, and other benefits (adjust as needed).
• Opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.