HGV Mechanic

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced HGV Mechanic / Plant Technician to maintain and repair specialist ground support equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and at least 3 years of experience with HGVs or similar vehicles. The role offers a salary range of £39,000 to £43,000, plus overtime and call-out rotas, along with 28 days of annual leave and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Salary increase after securing airside passes

Call-out rota (£80 per call-out)

28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Long-term career stability and progression

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with HGVs, Plant, or GSE.
• GSE experience advantageous but not essential.
• Heavy Goods Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair HGVs, plant, and specialist GSE.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain service records and support engineering team.

Skills

Diagnosing and troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Safety compliance

Record-keeping

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Overview

HGV Mechanic / Plant Technician - Specialist Ground Support Equipment
East Midlands Airport
£39,000 - £43,000 per annum + overtime + call-out rota
Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00 (with call-out rota)

What You'll Be Doing

• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of HGVs, plant, and specialist GSE.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and inspections to keep the fleet safe and operational.
• Performing brake and smoke tests, identifying defects, and reporting to the Workshop Supervisor.
• Maintaining accurate service records and job cards.
• Supporting the wider engineering team with ad-hoc repairs and urgent breakdowns.
• Ensuring safety compliance at all times and reporting defective tools/equipment.

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years\' hands-on experience with HGVs, Plant, or GSE.
• GSE experience advantageous but not essential — full training provided.
• Heavy Goods Licence desirable.

What’s On Offer

• Salary: £39,000 rising to £43,000 after securing BHX & EMA airside passes and joining the call-out rota.
• Call-out rota (£80 per call-out) + overtime opportunities.
• 28 days\' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Long-term career stability and progression within a specialist airport engineering environment.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to take your HGV career in a new and exciting direction. You\'ll gain exposure to specialist airport vehicles, work on unique equipment that few mechanics ever get to touch, and join a supportive, skilled team where your expertise is genuinely valued.

If you\'re ready to step into a role that offers variety, responsibility, and career progression, apply today and take your career airside.