HGV Mechanic /HGV Technician

  • Red Sky Personnel Ltd
  • Marston Green, Warwickshire
  • Mar 02, 2026
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician for Birmingham Airport

£39,000-£45,000

Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Full-time Permanent

Salary & Hours

  • Monday to Friday: £39,000 per annum moving to £43,000 once the security pass is obtained
  • 4 days on / 4 days off: £45,000 per annum- Hours: 10-hour shifts, 07 00 (rotating shift pattern)

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician The Role

We are seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic to join our client at Birmingham Airport. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), ensuring safe and efficient airside operations.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment within a structured, safety-critical environment.

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, fault-find, and repair HGVs, plant, and GSE vehicles
  • Carry out routine servicing and preventative planned maintenance (PPM)
  • Complete inspections, brake and smoke tests, and defect reporting
  • Accurately complete job cards, inspection sheets, and daily time sheets
  • Communicate all faults, required parts, and VOR items to the Workshop Supervisor
  • Present job cards to stores for parts issue
  • Ensure all parts are recorded, labelled, and stored correctly
  • Maintain strict adherence to health & safety regulations
  • Quarantine and report defective tools and equipment immediately

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Candidate Requirements

  • City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
  • Minimum 3 5 years experience in HGV, plant, or GSE maintenance
  • Strong diagnostic and repair capability
  • GSE experience is advantageous but not essential
  • HGV licence desirable
  • Able to work accurately in a regulated airport environment

HGV Mechanic / HGV Technician Benefits

  • Company pension
  • Free on-site parking
  • No out-of-hours call-outs
  • Stable, long-term employment
  • Unique airside working environment

Don t miss out on this rare opportunity to work airside at Birmingham Airport apply today to take the next step in your HGV mechanic career.