Maintenance Technician

Alvest Equipment Services; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment services provider is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their workshop at Manchester Airport. The successful candidate will work on various mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Key responsibilities include troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance, and adhering to quality control standards. The role emphasizes safety and efficient operations within the airport environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Ground Support Equipment (GSE) maintenance.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to document maintenance actions using computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical discrepancies.
• Inspect and disassemble components to ensure quality.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and document actions.

Skills

Mechanics

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Preventative maintenance

Job description

Alvest Equipment Services (AES) offers a complete range of excellent service for ground handling equipment in the airport environment. These services include equipment rental (short or long term), fleet management and equipment sharing, maintenance services, refurbishment and sale of used equipment. , as well as tailor‑made advice. AES is an Alvest company, Ground Support Equipment worldwide leader with TLD, SAS, Sage Parts and AES.

As part of our development, we are looking for a Maintenance Technician for our workshop at Manchester 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) including tow tractors, belt loaders, pushback tractors, air‑start units, cargo loaders, deicers, hydraulic lifts, and others.

Responsibilities

• 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.