Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Heathrow

Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Heathrow

Salary: £47,047.50 per annum + up to £3,500 shift allowance + £500 London weighting
Shifts: 4 on 4 off (choose from 06:30-18:30 or 11:30-23:30)
Location: London Heathrow
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Keep Heathrow's Airside Fleet Moving

Join the engineering team that keeps one of the world's busiest airports running. You will maintain, service, and repair specialist airport vehicles and equipment critical to aircraft turnaround - from tugs and de-icers to hybrid ground support equipment - ensuring flights depart safely and on time.

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 a high standard

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out planned maintenance

• Complete all service documentation and job cards accurately and on time

• Work closely with airside operations to ensure minimal equipment downtime

• Comply fully with health, safety, and airport security requirements

What You'll Bring

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

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

• Ability to interpret technical manuals and 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 to obtain an Airside Pass, and ability to pass CRC checks (GSAT training provided)

Benefits Package

• £47,047.50 base salary + up to £3,500 shift allowance + £500 London weighting

• Annual bonus scheme and contributory pension

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

• Annual leave increasing with service

• Access to retail, health, 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 looking to transition into the aviation sector.