Motor Mechanic​/Vehicle Technician Airport

Motor Mechanic / Vehicle Technician Gatwick Airport
Salary: £46,500- £51,547 DOE

Location:

Gatwick, West Sussex

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

We re expanding our engineering teams at Gatwick Airport and are looking for Level 3 qualified Motor Mechanics / Vehicle Technicians to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of specialist ground service equipment (GSE). Full specialist training is provided, making this a rare opportunity to develop unique skills within the aviation sector

Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -
The Role

• You ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of airside vehicles, including:
• Aircraft tugs and towing tractors
• Baggage loaders and belt conveyors
• Passenger steps and specialist airport equipment
• This is a hands-on, varied role offering long-term career progression in a highly regulated and professional environment.

Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician
- 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.

Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician-
Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and repair GSE and airside vehicles
• Accurately complete job cards, reports, and compliance documentation
• Ensure equipment availability through effective liaison with internal teams
• Adhere strictly to health, safety, and airside regulations
• Deliver a high standard of service to internal stakeholders

Shift Pattern

4 on / 4 off

12-hour shifts

Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half

Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -
About You:

• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
• Previous experience with GSE, HGVs, or plant machinery (desirable)
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
• Able to provide a 5-year checkable work history (airside requirement)
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check

Motor Mechanic /Vehicle Technician -Benefits:

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• On-site parking
• Employee discounts

Full-time, Permanent role

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!