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Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 47,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gatwick, West Sussex
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Keep the world moving - maintain the machines that keep planes flying.
The Role
Join a leading airport engineering team maintaining and repairing Ground Support Equipment (GSE) - from tow tractors and de-icers to hybrid and electric service vehicles. This hands-on position plays a key part in ensuring aircraft turnaround stays safe, fast, and efficient.
Key Responsibilities
Service, inspect, and repair heavy mechanical and electrical airport equipment.
Diagnose faults across hydraulic, pneumatic, and drivetrain systems.
Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
Complete all service documentation and safety checks accurately.
Work collaboratively with airside teams to maintain operational safety and uptime.Requirements
Strong background in heavy vehicle, GSE, HGV, or plant maintenance.
Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ / Apprenticeship).
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to pass CRC & GSAT checks and obtain an airside pass.
Customer-focused, safety-conscious, and proud of delivering quality work.Benefits
Competitive base salary plus shift allowance and overtime
Annual bonus and contributory pension scheme
Life assurance (2x salary) and enhanced parental policies
Annual leave increases with service
On-site parking, Cycle2Work, and retail/gym discounts
Ongoing training on GSE, hybrid, and electric systemsLocations & Shifts
Heathrow: 4-on / 4-off (choose between 06:30-18:30 or 11:30-23:30)
Salary: £47,000 + £3,000-£3,500 shift allowance + £500 weighting
Gatwick: 4-on / 4-off (2 days, 2 nights - 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00)
Salary: £47,000 + £4,000 shift allowance + £500 weighting
Heathrow & Gatwick: Monday-Friday (08:00-17:00)
Salary: Up to £50,000 + overtime (1.5x) + company van + fuel cardBefore You Apply
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