Heavy Equipment Mechanic

This position involves maintaining and repairing a range of ground support equipment (GSE) to ensure smooth and safe airport operations. You'll be working as part of a dedicated engineering team, delivering high-quality servicing and providing a best-in-class experience for business customers.

Employment type: Full time, permanent
Vacancies: Approximately 5
Base salary: £47,047.50 per annum
London weighting: £500 per annum
Shifts: 4 on 4 off. Choose either 06:30 to 18:30 with £3,000 per annum shift allowance, or 11:30 to 23:30 with £3,500 per annum shift allowance
Reporting to: Site Supervisor or Service Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair a wide range of GSE equipment to required standards

• Carry out vehicle mechanical and electrical PPM in line with scheduled plans

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

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and support safe, efficient turnaround of equipment

• Work in full compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Strong HGV mechanical experience (essential)

• 5 years checkable work history to obtain an airside pass

• HGV Class 1 licence

• City & Guilds in motor mechanics engineering (or equivalent)

• Ability to pass CRC checks and obtain GSAT certification through in-house training

Personal Attributes

• Safety focused with high attention to detail

• Customer oriented with clear, professional communication

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working on a 4 on 4 off rota

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package plus shift allowance

• Annual bonus

• Contributory pension scheme

• Enhanced parental policies

• Annual leave rising with service

• Life assurance at 2x salary

• On-site parking

• Employee benefits scheme, including retail, health, gym discounts, and Cycle2Work