City of London
Swap the open road for the runway – join the team powering airport operations. The Role Maintain and repair a fleet of airport HGVs and ground support vehicles, including tugs, tow tractors, and specialist refuelling or power units. Ideal for experienced HGV technicians seeking a secure, rewarding role with variety, training, and long-term stability.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 HGV, heavy vehicle, GSE, 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 systems Locations & 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 card