Fuel Technician

Heathrow Academy - Your gateway to extraordinary careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Heathrow Hydrant Operating Company seeks a motivated Technician to support Heathrow Airport's vital aviation fuel infrastructure. This 24/7 role tests Jet A-1 quality, carries out minor maintenance, and ensures safety, environmental and operational compliance.

You’ll maintain accurate records and assist in emergency response within a self-managing team. The position requires a mechanical background, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to obtain airside security clearance, with a 4 on, 4

Qualifications

• Mechanical background and understanding of mechanical systems.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, security and environmental standards.
• Good communication and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to obtain airside security clearance.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Jet A-1 fuel quality testing and inspections.
• Perform minor maintenance on fuel systems and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and procedures.
• Complete electronic and paper-based records accurately.
• Support emergency response activities when required.
• Operate company vehicles, including rigid tankers (training provided).
• Work in a self-managing team to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Skills

Mechanical background

Health and safety awareness

IT skills

Driving licence

Airside security clearance (ability to

Independent and team work

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Heathrow Hydrant Operating Company is looking for a motivated Technician to join its specialist team supporting Heathrow Airport's vital aviation fuel infrastructure. Working within a 24/7 operation, you'll help ensure the safe delivery of Jet A-1 fuel from storage facilities through to aircraft across one of the world's busiest airports.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out Jet A-1 fuel quality testing and inspections.
• Performing minor maintenance activities across fuel systems and equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Completing electronic and paper-based records accurately.
• Supporting emergency response activities when required.
• Operating company vehicles, including rigid tankers (training provided where needed).
• Working collaboratively within a self-managing team to maintain safe and efficient operations.

This role follows a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern covering a 24/7 operation, including days, evenings and nights. Overtime opportunities may also be available.

We're looking for someone who is safety-focused, mechanically minded and keen to build a long-term career within a highly regulated operational environment.

You'll ideally have:

• A mechanical background or good understanding of mechanical systems.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, security and environmental standards.
• Good communication and IT skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK and the ability to obtain airside security clearance.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

Desirable experience includes:

• HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.
• Fuel, aviation or petrochemical industry experience.
• Knowledge of JIG-2 standards.
• Permit-to-work and process safety experience.
• Confined space training.
• Relevant technical qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or above).