HGV Mechanic / Plant Fitter- Gatwick

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Horley; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation service provider is looking for an experienced HGV Mechanic to join their team at Gatwick Airport. The job involves servicing and repairing a variety of ground service equipment. Candidates should have mechanical experience, ideally with GSE or HGV, and be able to pass necessary background checks. The role offers competitive pay, benefits including pension and private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical engineering, preferably with GSE or HGV.
• Ability to obtain a 5-year checkable history for airside access.
• Pass a basic criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair GSE equipment.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

GSE or HGV mechanical experience

Knowledge of mechanical systems and diagnostics

Job description

HGV Mechanic / Pant Fitter – Gatwick Airport

Salary: £46,525–£51,547

Location: Gatwick, West Sussex

Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic looking for an exciting new challenge?

We are expanding our teams at Gatwick Airport and are seeking skilled HGV Technicians / Mechanics to work on a wide range of ground service equipment (GSE).

In this role, you’ll use your mechanical expertise to service, maintain, and repair specialist airside vehicles such as towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators, and more, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment — a career path that offers variety, challenge, and professional development. You’ll gain hands‑on experience that is rare in the industry, all within a supportive and skilled team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair GSE equipment.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules.
• Complete all documentation and records accurately.
• Provide excellent service to internal stakeholders.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with internal customers to ensure equipment availability.

Working Hours

• 4 on / 4 off, 12‑hour day & night shifts – up to £51,547.
• 4 on / 4 off, 6am–6pm shifts – £47,000.
• Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half.

About You

• Previous GSE or HGV mechanical experience is desirable.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems and diagnostics.
• Able to obtain a 5‑year checkable history for airside access.
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check.

Benefits

• Company pension.
• Life insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• On‑site parking.
• Employee discounts.

Contract Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Work Location: On‑site at Gatwick Airport

Join a dynamic team and take your career to new heights working on specialist airport vehicles. Apply today to become part of our growing team!