HGV Technician / GSE Mechanic (2 Vacancies) – Heathrow Airport
Salary: £50,547 -£51,547 + Overtime (Time & Half) + Excellent Benefits
Location: Heathrow Airport
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Shift Pattern (4 on / 4 off)
We currently have 2 permanent vacancies available:
- 06:30 – 18:30 (Days) OR
- 14:00 – 02:00 (Late Shift)
HGV Technician / GSE Mechanic About the Role
Our client is looking to recruit two experienced HGV Technicians / GSE Mechanics to join their established engineering team based at Heathrow Airport.
Working in a fast-paced airport environment, you'll be responsible for maintaining a diverse fleet of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), ensuring critical vehicles remain safe, reliable and operational.
This role would suit candidates from HGV, PSV, commercial vehicle, plant, agricultural or military mechanical backgrounds.
HGV Technician / GSE Mechanic Duties
- Service, inspect and repair Ground Support Equipment
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance
- Undertake reactive repairs to minimise downtime
- Complete all maintenance documentation accurately
- Work in accordance with Health & Safety procedures
- Liaise with colleagues to ensure fleet availability
Equipment You'll Work On
Aircraft Tugs
Tow Tractors
Baggage Handling Equipment
Belt Loaders
Cargo Loaders
Ground Power Units
Specialist Airside Vehicles
HGV Technician / GSE Mechanic Candidate Requirements
We're keen to hear from candidates with experience as:
HGV Technician
HGV Mechanic
PSV Technician
GSE Technician
Plant Fitter
Agricultural Engineer
Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle Technician
You'll ideally have:
- Mechanical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent) or strong relevant experience
- Excellent diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- Experience working on commercial vehicles or heavy equipment
- Ability to obtain an Airside Pass (5-year employment history)
- Ability to pass a basic criminal record check
Package
- Salary up to £50,547 -£51,547
- Overtime paid at Time & a Half
- 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
- Company pension
- Employee discounts
- Free on-site parking
- Stable, long-term career opportunity
- Training and development opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Technician / GSE Mechanic looking to join a world-class airport operation, working on specialist equipment in a secure and dynamic environment.
Apply now to be considered for either the Day (06:30–18:30) or Late (14:00–02:00) shift
