Engineering Technician - Specialist Systems

TN United Kingdom; Horley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Gatwick Airport is seeking an enthusiastic Engineering Technician to join their Specialist Systems Engineering team. The role involves performing corrective and preventative maintenance on various assets, ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintenance policies. Ideal candidates will possess an advanced apprenticeship in engineering and have experience in a maintenance environment.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Discounts

Insurance

Training

Travel schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematic drawings.
• Class B UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, reactive, and corrective maintenance.
• Monitor asset performance and make improvements.
• Maintain accurate engineering and operational records.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Control Systems Engineering

Education

Advanced modern apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic)

ONC level (Level 3)

Tools

Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (e.g., Ultimo)

Job description

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Client:

Gatwick Airport

Location:

Horley, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

From £41,130.83 + Shift Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

To be the airport for everyone whatever your journey

Are you our next Engineering Technician? We are looking for someone who can help us redefine what's possible for our operation.

What is the role?

Gatwick Airport is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and multi-skilled technician to join the Specialist Systems Engineering team. The focus is on delivering high maintenance standards and excellent customer experience. Working on a 24/7 shift roster, you will perform corrective and preventative maintenance on various assets, ensuring all activities comply with our Maintenance Policy and safety standards, including Risk and Method Statements.

What will you do?

• Perform planned, reactive, and corrective maintenance, monitoring asset performance and making improvements as needed.
• Carry out tasks requiring advanced technical skills in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Utilize Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (e.g., Ultimo) to manage work orders, data entry, and performance analysis.
• Maintain accurate engineering and operational records to meet business, regulatory, and manufacturer standards.
• Prioritize safety for yourself and colleagues, including PPE usage, mandatory training, and incident reporting.

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Advanced modern apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic) or equivalent qualification.
• Core skills in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, at least ONC level (Level 3).
• Experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematic drawings.
• Class B UK driving license.
• Experience with Surface & Foul Water assets and infrastructure (desired).
• Understanding of power generators (desired).

What's it like to work here?

Our employees describe working at Gatwick as special, with varied days and numerous benefits, including performance bonuses, discounts, insurance, training, and travel schemes.

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

We value our people and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone belongs. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage reasonable adjustments during the application process. Click apply to start your journey with London Gatwick.