Maintenance Assistant: Aircraft Ground Support Driver

British Airways PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

British Airways is seeking a Maintenance Assist to support Base engineering teams in keeping fleets ready for action. You’ll collect tools, move aircraft on hangars, and drive specialist equipment while working solo or in small/large teams.

Attention to detail and safe driving are essential as you support maintenance and logistics around the Engineering Base. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, with responsibilities to ensure materials, tools, and equipment are

Qualifications

• Must hold full Airside Identity Pass (Essential)
• Full UK DVLA Category B driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points (Essential)
• Airside Driving Permit holder or ability to obtain with the requirements above. Training will be provided (Essential)
• Airside Driving Cat 3 holder or ability to obtain with the requirements above. Training will be provided.
• A responsible attitude towards safety and security in a demanding environment (Essential)
• Operationally focussed (Essential)

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment through adherence to quality, health and safety and housekeeping standards
• Ensures compliance with all appropriate company procedures, policies, legal and regulatory requirements
• Driving and operation of all vehicles appropriate to area, including mechanical handling, lifting equipment and elevated work platforms to the limit of permits held.
• Transport, position and deliver components, materials and equipment to support maintenance
• Perform and assist with maintenance tasks as directed including cleaning and adverse weather duties
• Replenish vehicles, storage facilities and equipment as necessary
• Support the development of a high-performance team and culture, in line with the company Hallmarks
• Support the delivery of departmental and directorate objectives

Skills

Attention to detail

Driving skills

Safety awareness

Initiative

Teamwork

Job description

British Airways is seeking a Maintenance Assist to support Base engineering teams in keeping fleets ready for action. You’ll collect tools, move aircraft on hangars, and drive specialist equipment while working solo or in small/large teams.

Attention to detail and safe driving are essential as you support maintenance and logistics around the Engineering Base. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, with responsibilities to ensure materials, tools, and equipment are