Engineering Technician - Baggage - Competitive salary with shift allowances and bonuses (Hiring I...

ZipRecruiter; Horley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Engineering Technician specializing in baggage systems. This role involves conducting planned and reactive maintenance at Gatwick Airport, ensuring high operational standards. You'll work with complex conveyor systems and collaborate with a dedicated team, all while enjoying a competitive salary and a range of benefits. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity and offers various perks, including performance bonuses and healthcare. If you have a passion for engineering and a drive for excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Healthcare

Discounts

Training

Travel schemes

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance environment and ability to interpret schematic drawings.
• Knowledge of 17th Edition IEE wiring regulations and valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on baggage system equipment.
• Maintain accurate engineering and operational records as per standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Maintenance Skills

Schematic Drawing Interpretation

System Performance Improvement

Education

Advanced Modern Apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic)

ONC Level 3

Tools

GAL IT systems (Ultimo, MyHub, P2W, Microsoft Office)

Job description

Job Description

Engineering Technician – Baggage

From £41,130 + Shift Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Our Mission: To be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.

Are you our next Engineering Technician – Baggage? We are seeking a skilled individual to help us redefine our Engineering department's capabilities.

About the Engineering Team: They deliver essential services by maintaining and repairing infrastructure, including electrical systems, plant rooms, and specialist equipment on the airfield.

Role Overview: You will conduct planned and reactive maintenance on baggage system equipment at Gatwick Airport, ensuring high standards and maximum operational uptime. The role involves shift work, including nights and weekends.

Key Assets: Complex Conveyor Systems, Sortation Machines, Carousels, Scanners, PLCs, and IT-based Control Systems.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, considering asset performance and operational needs.
2. Maintain accurate engineering and operational records per business, regulatory, and manufacturer standards.
3. Support performance improvement activities and programmes.
4. Prioritize safety, including PPE use, mandatory training, and incident reporting.
5. Utilize GAL IT systems (Ultimo, MyHub, P2W, Microsoft Office).
6. Develop skills to maintain and operate existing and new assets to ensure optimal performance.
7. Complete role-specific training.
8. Work across passenger-facing and back-of-house areas within the airport.
9. Collaborate effectively with team members. This role does not have direct reports.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Advanced Modern Apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic) or equivalent.
2. Core skills in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering at least ONC Level 3.
3. Experience in a maintenance environment.
4. Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematic drawings.
5. Proven experience in relevant engineering disciplines.
6. Ability to implement system performance improvements.
7. Knowledge of 17th Edition IEE wiring regulations.
8. Valid driving license.

Interview Process:

1. Virtual discussion (30 mins) with the hiring manager.
2. Technical assessment (1 hour) with Hiring Manager and Engineering Leader.

Working at Gatwick: Our employees enjoy a competitive salary, performance bonuses, discounts, healthcare, training, travel schemes, and volunteer days. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has a voice.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly.

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