GSE Technician

TCR; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 6%

Life Assurance 3x salary

Private Medical

EAP

Job summary

TCR Group in Edinburgh is seeking a GSE Technician to carry out repairs and maintenance on ground support equipment and customer vehicles to high standards, in compliance with health & safety policies and ISO quality frameworks.

You will work under the Workshop Supervisor, perform diagnostics, inspections, and complete job cards using the tablet system, while identifying required work and maintaining parts and tooling in a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and diagnostic skills.
• Customer-focused with a quality-driven approach.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain vehicles and plant as directed by the Workshop Supervisor.
• Carry out inspections, diagnostics, brake and smoke tests.
• Accurately complete job cards and inspection reports using tablet system.
• Identify and report required work, parts and defects.
• Ensure correct handling, labeling and storage of parts and tooling.
• Comply with Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence

Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence

Job description

GSE Technician (Edinburgh)

Job Purpose

To carry out repairs and maintenance on TCR and customer vehicles to a high standard, in line with company Health and Safety policies and ISO quality frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain vehicles and plant as directed by the Workshop Supervisor
• Carry out inspections, diagnostics, brake and smoke tests
• Accurately complete job cards and inspection reports using the tablet system
• Identify and report required work, parts, defects and vehicle off-road (VOR) issues
• Ensure correct handling, labelling and storage of parts and tooling
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures

Health & Safety Requirements

• Act responsibly to prevent injury to yourself and others.
• Follow all safety rules and operating procedures.
• Correctly use PPE and safety equipment.
• Report all accidents, incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions to your Supervisor.
• Cooperate in investigations of any safety incident.
• Highlight any unsafe equipment, practices, or hazards.
• Participate in improving company health & safety practices.

ISO Requirements

• Follow Company Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental policies.
• Work in accordance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 procedures.
• Ensure all work, documentation, and services comply with ISO requirements.
• Support correct waste segregation for environmental compliance.
• Report incidents and near misses in line with IMS procedures.

Key Relationships

• Operations Manager
• Workshop Supervisor
• Technicians and management team
• Customers

Skills And Knowledge

• Strong mechanical or motor vehicle knowledge
• Good communication, numeracy and diagnostic skills
• Customer-focused and quality-driven
• Understanding of health and safety regulations

Experience

• Vehicle or plant maintenance environment
• Customer-focused operational role
• Logistics or fleet background (desirable, not essential)

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence (essential)
• Level 3 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence (desirable, not essential)

Personal Attributes

• Team-oriented with a professional approach
• Self-motivated, organised and proactive
• Flexible with a practical, problem-solving mindset

What We Offer

• 6% employer pension contribution
• 3x salary Life Assurance
• Private Medical coverage
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

4-week rotating pattern

• Week 1: Monday to Friday (5 days)
• Week 2: Monday to Friday (5 days)
• Week 3: Monday to Sunday (7 days)
• Week 4: Wednesday to Friday (3 days)

Average of 5 working days per week over the 4-week cycle.

Shift Times

• 06:00 - 14:30
• 08:00 - 16:30

About Us

At TCR Group, we are committed to revolutionizing the aviation industry by providing integrated solutions for Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Our services include GSE rental, leasing, and maintenance.

With headquarters near Brussels and a team of 1800+ employees, we operate globally across over 200 airports in America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Our dedication to excellence makes us a trusted partner for customers worldwide.

TCR International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Disclaimer

We regret that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.