Security Engineer (Gates & Barriers / Installation)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Liverpool, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£38,000 – £42,000 pa

Salary

£38,000 – £42,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Seniority
Mid
Posted
7 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

Overtime Training Progression Company Van Personal Use Fuel Card Enhanced Holidays

Security Engineer (Gates & Barriers / Installation)

£38,000 - £42,000 + Overtime + Training + Progression + Field Based + Company Van + Personal Use + Fuel Card + Enhanced Holidays

North West

Are you a security systems Installation technician in Liverpool, looking to join a growing company who will reinvest in developing your career and skillset?

This company work with systems such as Paxton and Honeywell, installing Automated Gates and Barriers to commercial and industrial clients across the UK. They manage a full engineering team to carry out installations, commissioning and servicing, providing a full project management cycle.

On offer is the opportunity to become a vital asset to the growth of the company. You will undertake training on multiple systems and security gates. The ideal candidate will be able to travel around the UK, carrying out the Installation of pre-built and bespoke security systems/equipment.

This role would suit an installation engineer in the security industry, looking to progress their career and develop their skillset in a UK leading security gates company.

The Role:

  • Service and maintenance of Security systems including security gates, fences, and bollards
  • Troubleshooting, system configuration, routine maintenance
  • Travel to client sites around the UK
  • Effective communication with clients and training on how to use the systems, once they are operational
  • Adhere to safety regulations and industry standards

The Person:

  • Experience in a security system installation role
  • Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: Security Systems, Security, Mechanical, Security Gates, Electrical, Paxton, Honeywell, Engineering, Installation, Technician, Liverpool, Manchester, M62, Field Based

Reference Number: BBBH24175

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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