Aviation Ground Support Technician (Visiting Aircraft)

weServed; Cranwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension with life assurance

Digital GP service

Shopping portal

Payment of professional fees

Reservist leave

Holiday trading

Be Kind Day

Job summary

Babcock is hiring a Visiting Aircraft Support Technician at RAF Cranwell near Sleaford, Lincolnshire. You will provide specialist ground handling and engineering support for visiting aircraft, ensuring safe operations in a busy defence environment.

You'll work with military and civilian stakeholders, carry out marshalling, ground power, refuelling support, and complete documentation in line with regulatory requirements. A recognised apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 and SC clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Relevant aircraft engineering or aviation operational experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out aircraft ground handling activities, including marshalling and towing.
• Providing ground power, replenishment, fuel and oil support.
• Conducting pre-use inspections of Ground Support Equipment and documenting operations.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and recording documentation.

Skills

Aircraft handling

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3

Recognised Aircraft Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Babcock is hiring a Visiting Aircraft Support Technician at RAF Cranwell near Sleaford, Lincolnshire. You will provide specialist ground handling and engineering support for visiting aircraft, ensuring safe operations in a busy defence environment.

You'll work with military and civilian stakeholders, carry out marshalling, ground power, refuelling support, and complete documentation in line with regulatory requirements. A recognised apprenticeship or NVQ level 3 and SC clearance are required.