Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job description

Base salary: £47,047.50 per annum

Shift Allowance: £3,500

London weighting: £500 per annum

Shifts: 2pm – 2am, 4on 4off

Reporting to: Site Supervisor or Service Manager

About the Role

This position involves maintaining and repairing a range of ground support equipment (GSE) to ensure smooth and safe airport operations. You’ll be working as part of a dedicated engineering team, delivering high-quality servicing and providing a best-in-class experience for business customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair a wide range of GSE equipment to required standards
• Carry out vehicle mechanical and electrical PPM in line with scheduled plans
• Complete all service documentation and job cards accurately and on time
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and support safe, efficient turnaround of equipment
• Work in full compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Strong HGV mechanical experience (essential)
• 5 years checkable work history to obtain an airside pass
• HGV Class 1 licence
• City & Guilds in motor mechanics engineering (or equivalent)
• Ability to pass CRC checks and obtain GSAT certification through in-house training

Personal Attributes

• Safety focused with high attention to detail
• Customer oriented with clear, professional communication
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working on a 4 on 4 off rota

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package plus shift allowance
• Annual bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced parental policies
• Annual leave rising with service
• Life assurance at 2x salary
• On-site parking
• Employee benefits scheme, including retail, health, gym discounts, and Cycle2Work

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

West Drayton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English