Overview
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.
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
* Operate across a range of equipment including tow tractors, belt loaders, baggage tractors, aircraft stairs, GPU, ASU, ACU, aircraft de-icers and other specialist airport maintenance equipment
* Support electric and hybrid GSE as the aviation industry moves toward sustainable operations
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
* Base salary £47,047.50 + £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
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