HGV Technician / Plant Mechanic (GSE)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
£45,000 basic - £50,000 realistic earnings (with bonus) + enhanced overtime
Salary & Hours
* Monday to Friday OR 4 days on / 4 days off (rotating shift pattern)
* 10-hour shifts: 07:00 – 17:00
HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic -The Role
We are seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic to join our client at Birmingham Airport.
You will maintain and repair a wide range of Ground Support Equipment (GSE),supporting safe and efficient airside operations. This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport vehicles in a structured, safety-critical environment.
HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic Key Responsibilities
* Diagnose, fault-find, and repair HGVs, plant, and GSE vehicles
* Carry out servicing and planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
* Complete inspections, brake & smoke tests, and defect reporting
* Accurately complete job cards, inspection sheets, and time sheets
* Report faults, parts requirements, and VOR items to the Workshop Supervisor
* Liaise with stores for parts and ensure correct recording/storage
* Maintain strict adherence to health & safety regulations
* Quarantine and report defective tools/equipment
HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic Candidate Requirements
* City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
* 3–5 years’ experience in HGV, plant, or GSE maintenance
* Strong diagnostic and repair capability
* GSE experience (advantageous, not essential – training provided)
* HGV licence (desirable)
* Able to pass 5-year employment vetting (airport requirement)
HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic What’s On Offer
* £45,000 basic salary
* Realistic £50,000 earnings with bonus
* Enhanced overtime rates
* Flexible shift patterns
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* No out-of-hours call-outs
* Stable, long-term opportunity
Why Apply?
This is not a standard HGV role. You’ll gain hands-on experience with specialist GSE equipment in a unique airside aviation environment—a rare opportunity in the market.
Apply Now
Don’t miss this opportunity to work at Birmingham Airport. Apply today to take the next step in your HGV/Plant mechanic career.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role
HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, GSE Engineer, PSV Technician, Fleet Engineer, Airport Engineering
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking