GSE Engineer – London Gatwick
Location: London Gatwick
Permanent | Full-time
£47,047.50 + £500 London Weighting + £4,000 Shift Allowance + Bonus
Are you an experienced HGV or Vehicle Engineer looking for a fresh challenge?
This is your chance to step into the aviation industry and play a key role in keeping one of the UK’s busiest airports running smoothly.
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
We’re recruiting GSE Engineers to join a growing team at Gatwick. You’ll get hands-on with specialist Ground Support Equipment (GSE) — from tugs and tractors to baggage systems and hydraulic lifts — ensuring they’re safe, reliable, and always ready for action.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Servicing, maintaining, and repairing airport GSE (mechanical & electrical)
* Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance to high standards
* Diagnosing faults, keeping records accurate, and ensuring compliance
* Working shifts on a 4 on 4 off rota (2 days, 2 nights) alongside a skilled team
What We’re Looking For
* Heavy vehicle experience preferred (strong light vehicle backgrounds also considered)
* City & Guilds in motor mechanics engineering (or equivalent)
* HGV Class 1 licence desirable
* 5 years’ checkable work history for airside clearance
* Ability to pass CRC and GSAT security checks
What’s in it for You
* Salary of £47,047.50 + £500 London weighting + £4,000 shift allowance
* Annual bonus
* Contributory pension scheme & life assurance (2x salary)
* Enhanced parental policies
* Annual leave that grows with service
* On-site parking
* Employee perks including retail, gym, health discounts, and Cycle2Work
Why Apply?
This isn’t your average engineering role. You’ll gain exposure to specialist aviation equipment, enjoy a strong benefits package, and build a career in a sector where no two days are the same.
If you’re ready to take your skills from the workshop to the runway, apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch.