Vehicle Mechanic – Liverpool Airport
£36,295
Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00
A fantastic opportunity is available for a Vehicle Mechanic to join the team at Liverpool Airport, carrying out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of specialist airport vehicles and mechanical systems. This role suits a technically skilled mechanic who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working within a fast-paced operational environment.
You will help maintain the safety, reliability, and efficiency of essential airport equipment including buses, firefighting appliances, snow clearing machinery, de-icing equipment, and other airside operational vehicles.
Vehicle Mechanic Key Responsibilities
* Service, maintain, and repair airport vehicles including buses, firefighting appliances, tractors, and operational support equipment.
* Carry out diagnostics and repairs across electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
* Support winter operations by maintaining snow clearing and de-icing equipment.
* Perform fabrication repairs on barriers, fences, and various airport mechanical structures.
* Manage vehicle compliance including MOT preparation, inspections, tax, and maintenance records.
* Liaise with external contractors to maintain high safety and quality standards.
* Record all maintenance activity using the airport's electronic maintenance system.
* Support standby generators with re-fuelling, battery changes, and mechanical fault-finding.
* Provide 24/7 maintenance cover as part of an on-call rota.
* Respond promptly to system failures, completing diagnostics to minimise downtime and disruption.
* Assist other airport departments by utilising your specialist mechanical skills.
Vehicle Mechanic What's on Offer
* Salary: £36295
* Hours: Monday–Friday (08:00am–16:00) + on-call rota
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
* Group Personal Pension Scheme (matched up to 6%)
* Life Assurance (4× salary)
* Medicash Healthcare Plan
* Free on-site parking
* Access to Tusker EV car benefit scheme
Vehicle Mechanic Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
* Experience working with Ground Service Equipment (GSE), HGVs, or Plant machinery.
* Light Vehicle Mechanics will also be considered with relevant transferable skills.
* Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
* Experience preparing vehicles for MOT testing.
* Basic IT proficiency for updating maintenance systems.
Vehicle Mechanic Personal Qualities
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to prioritise tasks and work with minimal supervision.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-focused.
* Comfortable working at heights and in varying weather conditions.
Vehicle Mechanic Additional Expectations
This role involves working in a sensitive airside environment where safety, security, and regulatory compliance are essential. You will be expected to follow all health, safety, environmental, and airport security procedures to support a safe and reliable operation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £36,295.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person