Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Gatwick

Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Gatwick

Salary: £47,047.50 per annum + £4,000 shift allowance + £500 London weighting
Shifts: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights - 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00)
Location: London Gatwick
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Keep Gatwick's Ground Fleet Moving

Join a dedicated airside engineering team responsible for maintaining and repairing the vital vehicles and equipment that keep flights running safely and on schedule. This is a hands-on, varied role working across a diverse range of ground support machinery - ideal for engineers with heavy vehicle, plant, or mechanical backgrounds.

Equipment You Will Work On

• Tow tractors, belt loaders, baggage tractors, and aircraft stairs

• Ground power units (GPU), air start units (ASU), and air conditioning units (ACU)

• Aircraft de-icers and specialist airport maintenance equipment

• Electric and hybrid GSE as the aviation industry moves toward sustainable operations

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to the highest standard

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out preventative maintenance

• Complete all paperwork, service records, and job documentation accurately

• Work collaboratively with internal teams to minimise downtime and ensure operational safety

• Comply with health, safety, and airport security procedures at all times

What You'll Bring

• Experience in HGV, bus, plant, construction equipment, forklift, or GSE maintenance

• Solid understanding of hydraulics, engines, drivetrains, and basic auto-electrics

• Ability to interpret technical manuals and engineering schematics

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in motor mechanics or equivalent qualification

• HGV Class 1 licence (advantageous but not essential)

• Five years of checkable work history for Airside Pass clearance and ability to complete CRC/GSAT checks (training provided)

Benefits Package

• £47,047.50 base salary + £4,000 shift allowance + £500 London weighting

• Annual bonus scheme and contributory pension

• Enhanced parental policies and life assurance (2x salary)

• Annual leave increasing with service

• Health, retail, and gym discounts, plus Cycle to Work scheme

• On-site parking and full airport training provided

Ideal for: HGV Technicians, Plant Fitters, or Ex-Forces Engineers seeking a long-term career in the aviation engineering sector.