Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Gatwick

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Negotiable

Permanent

Description

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
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