HGV Motor Mechanic - Gatwick Airport

HGV Motor Mechanic / Plant Mechnic Gatwick Airport
Salary: £46,525 £51,547
Location: Gatwick, West Sussex

Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic looking for an exciting new challenge?

We are expanding our teams at Gatwick Airport and are seeking skilled HGV Technicians / Mechanics to work on a wide range of ground service equipment (GSE).

We have two positions -you will be using your mechanical expertise to service, maintain, and repair specialist airside vehicles such as towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators, and more, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

HGV Motor Mechanic / Plant Mechnic- Why This Role?
This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment a career path that offers variety, challenge, and professional development. You ll gain hands-on experience that is rare in the industry, all within a supportive and skilled team environment.

HGV Motor Mechanic / Plant Mechnic Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and repair GSE equipment.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules.
• Complete all documentation and records accurately.
• Provide excellent service to internal stakeholders.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with internal customers to ensure equipment availability.

HGV Motor Mechanic / Plant Mechnic Working Hours:

1st Position- 4 on / 4 off, 12-hour day & night shifts up to £51,547.

2nd Position 4 on / 4 off, 6am 6pm shifts £47,000.

• Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half.

About You:

• Previous GSE or HGV mechanical experience is desirable.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems and diagnostics.
• Able to obtain a 5-year checkable history for airside access.
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check.

Benefits:

• Company pension and life insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• On-site parking and employee discounts.

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: On-site at Gatwick Airport

Join a dynamic team and take your career to new heights working on specialist airport vehicles. Apply today to become part of our growing team!