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. 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 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 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 Package £47,047.50 base salary £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