Mechanical Engineer

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer for an on-site position at Gatwick Airport. The successful candidate will focus on the repair and maintenance of trailers, ensuring compliance with company standards. Key qualifications include technical experience and strong communication skills. This role offers a standard Monday to Friday working schedule with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in repair and maintenance of trailers.
• Professional, customer-focused, and team-oriented mindset.
• Capable of working independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and repair trailers to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Complete all compliance documentation accurately and on time.
• Deliver excellent customer service and demonstrate company values.

Skills

Welding experience

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Organisational skills

Education

Time-served technician or equivalent technical qualifications

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Gatwick

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Gatwick. The ideal candidate will be experienced in both repair and maintenance, working closely with colleagues to ensure all trailers meet our high‑quality standards. You should be confident working independently, making sound decisions, and supporting company policies, regulatory requirements, and new product developments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and repair trailers to a high standard, ensuring full compliance with all company EHS policies, guidelines, procedures, and mandatory legislation.
• Complete all compliance documentation accurately and on time.
• Operate and drive company vehicles safely, following road traffic laws and company policies.
• Undertake all required training as assigned.
• Deliver excellent customer service and consistently demonstrate company values.
• Identify and report potential commercial opportunities to your line manager.
• Optional overtime available.
• Additional duties may be required in line with business needs or management direction.

Qualifications

• Time‑served technician or equivalent technical qualifications/experience.
• Welding experience.
• Strong communication skills and a high level of enthusiasm.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to complete necessary documentation.
• Professional, customer‑focused, and team‑oriented mindset.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Capable of working independently when required.

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• On‑site parking

Hours

Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:30

Location

On‑site at Gatwick Airport.