Motor Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – Gatwick Airport
Salary: £46,500- £51,547 DOE
Location: Gatwick, West Sussex
Are you an experienced Vehicle Mechanic looking for an exciting new challenge?
We’re expanding our engineering teams at Gatwick Airport and are looking for Level 3 qualified Motor Mechanics / Vehicle Technicians to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of specialist ground service equipment (GSE). Full specialist training is provided, making this a rare opportunity to develop unique skills within the aviation sector..
Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -The Role
You’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of airside vehicles, including:
Aircraft tugs and towing tractors
Baggage loaders and belt conveyors
Passenger steps and specialist airport equipment
This is a hands-on, varied role offering long-term career progression in a highly regulated and professional environment.
Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician - Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment — a career path that offers variety, challenge, and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience that is rare in the industry, all within a supportive and skilled team environment.
Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician- Key Responsibilities:
Service, maintain, and repair GSE and airside vehicles
Accurately complete job cards, reports, and compliance documentation
Ensure equipment availability through effective liaison with internal teams
Adhere strictly to health, safety, and airside regulations
Deliver a high standard of service to internal stakeholders
Shift Pattern
4 on / 4 off
12-hour shifts
Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half
Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -About You:
Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
Previous experience with GSE, HGVs, or plant machinery (desirable)
Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
Able to provide a 5-year checkable work history (airside requirement)
Able to pass a basic criminal record check
Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -Benefits:
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Company pension scheme
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
On-site parking
Employee discounts
Full-time, Permanent role
Work Location: On-site at Gatwick Airport
Join a dynamic team and take your career to new heights, working on specialist airport vehicles. Apply today to become part of our growing team