- Location Unit D05, Leyton Industrial Village,Argall Ave,London, E10 7QP,United Kingdom
- Job Category JR024
Description
Up to £42k | Company Vehicle Provided | Permanent Position | Company Benefits & Holidays | Full-Time
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Automation Engineer to join our fast-growing team working across a variety of social housing and commercial contracts. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys varied work, problem-solving, and delivering excellent customer service.
You will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of automatic doors, gates, barriers, and related automation systems. The role combines reactive fault-finding callouts with planned preventative maintenance and installation projects across multiple client sites.
Key Responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Responding to reactive callouts and diagnosing faults efficiently
- Carrying out installations, servicing, repairs, and planned maintenance
- Working on automatic doors, gates, barriers, roller shutters, and access systems
- Conducting site surveys and system inspections
- Accurately completing digital job reports and documentation
- Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service
- Participating in an out-of-hours callout rota when required
- Supporting clients across social housing and commercial environments
Skills & Experience Required
- Strong experience working with:
- Automatic door operators
- Gate automation systems
- Roller shutters
- Barriers and automated entrance systems
- Experience with manufacturers such as FAAC, CAME, BFT, Hörmann, or similar is highly desirable
- Relevant industry qualifications such as DHF, ADSA, or equivalent
- Good understanding of BS EN 16005 and DHF guidelines
- Ability to read and interpret:
- Technical drawings
- Wiring diagrams
- Schematics
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Full UK Driving Licence
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Positive, reliable, and flexible in their approach
- Customer-focused with excellent communication skills
- Organised with strong attention to detail
- A logical problem solver who enjoys technical challenges
- Proud of delivering quality workmanship
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
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