Mobile HGV Technician | Aviation

World Fuel Services; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and tools provided

Overtime opportunities

Pension and benefits package

PPE and specialist equipment provided

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

World Fuel is seeking a Mobile HGV Technician to support our aviation refuelling operation based at London Gatwick Airport. The role involves vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown response, and occasional travel across the UK, working from Gatwick with opportunities to support other UK locations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in heavy vehicle maintenance, NVQ Level 2, strong fault-finding skills, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in HGV, LGV, commercial vehicle, or fleet maintenance.
• Recognised mechanical qualification.
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working independently and managing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs on aviation refuelling vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults.
• Complete scheduled maintenance in line with manufacturer and company requirements.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and urgent maintenance issues.
• Ensure all maintenance work is accurately recorded and completed on time.

Skills

Fault-finding

Record-keeping

Communication

Problem-solving

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

World Fuel

At World Fuel, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.

Mobile HGV Technician | Aviation London Gatwick Airport Company Vehicle Provided | UK Travel Required

World Fuel is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Mobile HGV Technician to support our aviation refuelling operation based at London Gatwick Airport. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled HGV mechanic looking for a varied role involving vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown response, and travel across the UK. You'll play a vital role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and performance of our aviation refuelling fleet, helping ensure airlines receive a safe and uninterrupted fuel service. Working from Gatwick, you'll also provide mobile maintenance support across our wider UK network whenever required.

What You’ll Be Doing

Fleet Maintenance & Repairs

• Carry out preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing, and repairs on aviation refuelling vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults.
• Complete scheduled maintenance in line with manufacturer and company requirements.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and urgent maintenance issues.
• Conduct defect diagnosis, root cause analysis, and corrective repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance work is accurately recorded and completed on time.

Fleet Reliability & Compliance

• Maintain vehicles in accordance with company standards and Joint Inspection Group (JIG) requirements.
• Ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, compliant, and available for operation.
• Support vehicle inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve vehicle reliability and reduce downtime.

Operational Support

• Work closely with operational teams to minimise disruption and maximise fleet availability.
• Provide maintenance support across other UK airport locations when required.
• Assist with out-of-hours support and emergency call-outs where necessary.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Promote the highest standards of Safety, Security, Health and Environment (SSHE).
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify and report hazards, defects, and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action programmes where required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Minimum

• 5 years’ experience in HGV, LGV, commercial vehicle, or fleet maintenance.
• Recognised mechanical qualification.
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance, or a related discipline.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working independently and managing priorities effectively.
• Good IT and record-keeping skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexible approach to travel, overtime, and operational requirements.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or Vehicle Maintenance.
• HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• ADR qualification (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• Experience maintaining fuel tankers or specialist commercial vehicles.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience in aviation, fuel, logistics, transport, or other safety-critical environments.
• Understanding of COMAH regulations and similar safety standards.

Why Join World Fuel?

• Competitive salary
• Company van and tools provided
• Overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Pension and benefits package
• PPE and specialist equipment provided

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