Maintenance Technician

Wink; Horley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Maintenance Technician for its Gatwick Airport workshop. The role involves maintaining and repairing various Ground Support Equipment, ensuring operational efficiencies and safety measures while providing professional coordination with internal teams and external customers.

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical systems.
• Ability to utilize Maintenance Information Systems (MIS).
• Participation in professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical discrepancies.
• Disassemble and inspect equipment to OEM specifications.
• Document maintenance actions using computer-based systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Inspection

Preventative Maintenance

Quality Control

Safety Practices

Job description

As part of our development, we are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our workshop at Gatwick Airport.

The Ground Support Equipment Maintenance Technician Will Work On Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, And Pneumatic Systems For Many Different Types Of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Equipment, Including But Not Limited To Tow Tractors, Belt Loaders, Pushback Tractors, Air Start Units, Cargo Loaders, Deicers, Hydraulic Lifts

• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical discrepancies on various Ground Support Equipment (GSE) systems and subsystems.
• Inspect components, such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Disassemble components, inspect for quality factors, and reassemble to OEM specifications.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance. Meticulously document all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions utilizing computer-based Maintenance Information Systems (MIS).
• Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and reduce downtime.
• Strictly adhere to common aviation practices of Tool Control, FOD Prevention, Safety, and Parts Accountability.
• Ensure proper safety while operating equipment on-site. Implementing and enforcing quality control and safety measures during repair and maintenance activities.
• Professional interaction and coordinating with internal departments and external customers.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning work area, toolboxes, and company vehicle(s).
• Actively participate in professional development and training opportunities related to GSE maintenance.