Night HGV Mechanic

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Night Shift HGV Mechanic to work at Heathrow Airport. The ideal candidate must hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, possess GSE or plant mechanical knowledge, and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary of £46,754 plus enhanced overtime rates, with a 6% employer pension contribution and other benefits including health cash plans and on-site parking.

Benefits

6% employer pension contribution

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Company pension

Employee discount

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years experience in GSE, HGV, or plant mechanics.
• 5-year checkable history for airside pass.
• Ability to pass a basic criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of Ground Service Equipment (GSE).
• Complete all paperwork to a high standard.
• Provide a best-in-class customer experience.

Skills

GSE or plant mechanical knowledge

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Customer service

Education

Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Night Shift HGV Mechanic

Heathrow Airport

£46,754 + Enhanced overtime rates

6pm-6am working 4 on 4 off

This is an exciting chance for an experienced Vehicle Mechanic to work hands‑on with specialist Ground Service Equipment (GSE) at one of the UK’s busiest airports.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Level 3 Qualified in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair HGV Mechanic/HGV Technician to join a growing team at Heathrow Airport. Working as a mechanic, you will be responsible for the servicing of all ground equipment airside. You will work on ground service equipment, including towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators and other specialist vehicles. Using your mechanical expertise, you will diagnose faults and carry out repairs, ensuring the smooth operation of equipment on‑site.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of GSE equipment.
• Complete all paperwork to a high standard.
• Providing a best‑in‑class customer experience for our business customers.
• Comply with H+S legislation.
• Liaise with internal customers.
• Assist in carrying out all vehicle mechanical and electrical PPM (planned and preventive maintenance) in line with set schedules.

Package

• £46,754 + enhanced overtime rates.

What is on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 6% employer pension contribution.
• 3× salary life assurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Employee assistance programme (EAP).
• Company pension.
• Employee discount.
• On‑site parking.

About You

• Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• GSE experience (desirable).
• GSE, HGV or plant mechanical knowledge essential with a minimum of 3+ years experience.
• 5‑year checkable history to obtain an airside pass.
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check.

Apply now and get your career on the runway.