Overview
HGV Mechanic / Plant Technician - Specialist Ground Support Equipment
East Midlands Airport
£39,000 - £43,000 per annum + overtime + call-out rota
Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00 (with call-out rota)
What Youll Be Doing
* Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of HGVs, plant, and specialist GSE.
* Carrying out preventative maintenance and inspections to keep the fleet safe and operational.
* Performing brake and smoke tests, identifying defects, and reporting to the Workshop Supervisor.
* Maintaining accurate service records and job cards.
* Supporting the wider engineering team with ad-hoc repairs and urgent breakdowns.
* Ensuring safety compliance at all times and reporting defective tools/equipment.
What Were Looking For
* Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
* At least 3 years\ hands-on experience with HGVs, Plant, or GSE.
* GSE experience advantageous but not essential — full training provided.
* Heavy Goods Licence desirable.
What’s On Offer
* Salary: £39,000 rising to £43,000 after securing BHX & EMA airside passes and joining the call-out rota.
* Call-out rota (£80 per call-out) + overtime opportunities.
* 28 days\ annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Company pension.
* Free on-site parking.
* Long-term career stability and progression within a specialist airport engineering environment.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to take your HGV career in a new and exciting direction. You\ll gain exposure to specialist airport vehicles, work on unique equipment that few mechanics ever get to touch, and join a supportive, skilled team where your expertise is genuinely valued.
If you\re ready to step into a role that offers variety, responsibility, and career progression, apply today and take your career airside.
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