Automatic Gate & Access Control Technician
| Company: | GMC Fabrications |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Overtime opportunities, Enhanced overtime rates, Company pension, Holiday entitlement |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Pontefract, WF8 4PJ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Nov 2026 |
Summary
GMC Fabrication Services Ltd is looking for a practical, reliable and motivated Automatic Gate & Access Control Technician to join our team based in Pontefract.
We install, service, maintain and repair automatic gates, barriers and associated access-control systems for commercial, industrial, construction and education-sector clients across Yorkshire and throughout the UK.
This is a varied, hands-on role involving a mixture of electrical, mechanical and automation work. We are looking for somebody with relevant experience and good fault-finding ability who can develop further within the automatic gate and access-control industry.
Previous automatic gate experience would be a significant advantage, but we would also consider somebody from a related electrical/electromechanical background who has the right practical skills and attitude to learn.
Main Duties
The role will include:
Installation, servicing and repair of automatic gates and barriers
Electrical and mechanical fault finding
Installation and commissioning of gate automation equipment
Installation of motors, control panels and associated equipment
Installation and testing of safety devices including photocells, safety edges and induction loops
Installation and fault finding of access-control equipment
Working with keypads, proximity readers, intercoms, electromagnetic locks and exit devices
Installation and termination of associated cabling
Reading and working from wiring diagrams and manufacturers' technical information
Testing and checking completed installations before leaving site
Identifying faults and recommending remedial works
Planned preventative maintenance and servicing
Working alongside our fabrication/installations team and other contractors
Liaising professionally with customers and site management
Completing electronic job sheets, photographs and service/installation records
Checking required equipment and components before attending jobs
Maintaining company tools, equipment, vehicle and van stock
Working in accordance with company health & safety procedures and site-specific RAMS.
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