Job Description

Elmwood Protection Services (part of the H&J Martin Group within the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting a

Door and Gates Engineer.

Company:

Elmwood Protection Services

Job Type:

Full Time, Permanent

Location:

Northern Ireland - Mobile

Our Business

Elmwood Protection Services is a leading provider of comprehensive fire, security and access solutions. Respected and led by industry experts we offer a full range of services across fire protection, security systems, doors, and gates. Our commitment to excellence in service provision ensures that we deliver first-class service to our clients.

We serve a diverse range of sectors including commercial, industrial, hospitality, private, public, and residential customers across the UK. Our reputation for delivering tailored solutions and first-class service has made us a trusted name in the industry.

Role Overview

The Door & Gate Solutions Department of H&J Martin Ltd is a leading Automated Entrance System provider, delivering new installations, maintenance and repair services of pedestrian, industrial and vehicular entrance solutions to many clients across both public and private sectors. We are seeking to add motivated skilled engineers to our team. We are looking for Engineers that have a learning mindset and will strive to deliver excellence consistently. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking various planned maintenance and reactive tasks to our high-profile customers. They will be focused on driving compliance and quality standards upwards within the industry marketplace.

What you'll do

The following reflect the main tasks associated with the position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive:

Perform planned maintenance activities to include condition reports on a wide range of automated equipment, to include Auto Entrance Doors, Industrial Doors, Automatic Gates and Vehicle Barriers. Perform fault diagnosis/repair tasks on a wide range of automated equipment. Carry out the installation and commissioning of the afore mentioned equipment types. To understand company and client specific procedures and to strive to apply them at all times. Follow our Risk Assessment procedure in order to ensure the safety of all persons (including self) and prevent damage to property. Approach all tasks in a logical and focused fashion. Be willing to attend training and / or undertake qualifications in order to keep up to date with current regulations and best practice within the industry Competently perform and document risk assessments and hazard analysis to a wide range of installed equipment to ensure that all foreseeable risk is either eliminated or reduced as far as possible Be proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, access equipment and other specialist equipment necessary to perform the tasks described above. Clearly communicate via the company's defined methods, service/works records, findings, concerns and recommendations following each task. Be efficient in the use of materials and other resources. Willing to respond to emergencies and to be included in the 'on call' rota. Ad hoc duties as instructed by management.

What you'll bring

As a Door and Gates Engineer your main skills and experience will include:

Essential Criteria:

Have a recognised relevant trade and or technical qualifications in electrical or mechanical disciplines. Have relevant experience in the repair, maintenance or installation of Automatic Door or Gate Systems or similar types of equipment Be able to demonstrate electrical competency Have and maintain a clean valid driving licence Have the ability to read and understand technical drawings and literature. Have a proven ability to use mobile technology and be good with paperwork. Be a good communicator both with clients and own team Be self-motivated with a proven track record of achieving KPI targets.
Desirable:

Be able to demonstrate competence in Automatic Gate or Automatic/Industrial Door safety standards by evidence of having undertaken relevant training / certification and by demonstrating enthusiasm for improving workmanship/compliance standards. Hold one or more of the following: ADSA BS7036 Authorised Technician Card, ADSA BS EN 16005 Qualification, a recognised gate industry qualification and / or City & Guilds NVQ level 3 or similar in an engineering discipline. Be a CSR card holder I.T. Literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Have welding/fabrication skills

Why work with us

You'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team, working with a diverse range of quality clients that provide a varied and rewarding workload. We're committed to your professional growth, offering a range of internal and external training opportunities to support your continued development.

How we'll reward you

Of course, we ensure that our benefits package is competitive and allows you to enjoy your downtime. As well as a competitive salary we'll provide a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities.

Our benefits include:

Generous Annual Leave allowance with the ability to purchase additional days leave each year Life assurance Employer pension contribution Health Cash Plan with money off dental, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy to name just a few... Cycle to work scheme Paid Volunteering Days On site Gym and Wellness Hub at our headquarters in Belfast open 7 days a week Discounted Gym membership Bonus scheme
As an organisation that has been awarded Platinum status, the highest accolade to be awarded by Investors in People, we are continuing to invest in our people development and this role is no exception!

Your application

At Elmwood Protection Services, we want everyone to feel welcome. That's why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support - we'll do whatever we can to help. Please be advised that we will seek an Access NI Disclosure for this position, which will be used in the decision-making process.

If you're interested in joining our team as a Door and Gates Engineer, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we may offer positions before the closing date if we find the right fit.

What to Expect

Application Review - We'll assess your CV and cover letter against the role requirements. Initial Interview - A short virtual or phone interview to explore your experience and interest in the role. Formal Interview - A face-to-face interview with members of the management team, including a short task or scenario-based discussion. Offer & Onboarding - If successful, we'll make a formal offer and guide you through our onboarding process.
We wish you every success in your application.

The closing date for completed applications is

Thursday 28th August 2025 at 12 noon.

LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee mentoring programme Free fitness classes Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person