GSE Mechanic /HGV Mechanic

FiberNet; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ground Support Equipment maintenance is seeking a qualified GSE Mechanic to join their team at Manchester Airport. The role involves diagnosing and repairing various airport vehicles, requiring skills in mechanical problem solving and maintenance. Candidates should have a City and Guilds certification in Motor Mechanics and the right to work in the UK. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a 6% employer pension contribution and a healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

6% employer pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy vehicle maintenance.
• Experience with commercial or plant vehicles is desirable.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing airport equipment such as towing tractors and baggage elevators.
• Maintaining on-site equipment effectively.

Skills

Problem Solving

Self-motivation

Understanding of Health and Safety systems

Education

City and Guilds certification in Motor Mechanics or equivalent Level 3

Job description

GSE Mechanic / HGV Mechanic

Location: Manchester Airport

Salary: £39,975

Job Description

Are you looking for a new and rewarding technical challenge? If you have experience in maintenance and repair of plant equipment or heavy vehicles, we want to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity at our Manchester Airport site for a qualified Mechanic to join our team.

Our client is a market leader in Ground Support Equipment (GSE) repair and maintenance, part of a global provider of integrated solutions for GSE in aviation.

The Role

This position involves workshop and airside work, diagnosing and repairing airport equipment such as towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators, and other specialist vehicles. The ideal candidate will be mechanically skilled and a good problem solver, capable of maintaining on-site equipment effectively.

The Person

• Self-motivated
• Understanding of Health and Safety systems
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications and Experience

• City and Guilds certification in Motor Mechanics or equivalent Level 3
• Experience in heavy vehicle maintenance
• Experience with commercial or plant vehicles (desirable)

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to obtain an airside pass (criminal record check and 5-year history verification required)
• Valid UK driving licence
• Certifications for all qualifications

What We Offer

• Salary of £39,975 plus overtime rates
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Shift Details

• 4 days on, 4 days off, 06:00-18:00
• Once trained, support operations at Manchester Airport on a 1 in 5 week schedule