Operations & Maintenance Technician

The Best Connection Group Limited; Crawley; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician for an on-site role at Gatwick Airport. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 per year and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge robotic technology. Candidates should have a Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or automation, along with 2-3 years of relevant experience. This hands-on role includes performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaborating with airport staff in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training provided

Long-term, stable opportunity

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' relevant experience in a similar role.
• Hands-on technical experience in robotics or automated systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, and basic control system maintenance on robots.
• Carry out routine inspections, fault-finding, and troubleshooting.
• Operate the facility under normal and emergency conditions.
• Liaise with airport operations staff and internal teams.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting and fault-finding

Customer-focused approach

Fluent English

Standard IT tools

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification (NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds)

Job description

Overview

• Salary: £35,000 per year
• Job Type: Full-time, Ongoing
• Location: London Gatwick Airport (Crawley area - on site)
• Employment : Temp to Perm - Full-time | Ongoing role

We are recruiting on behalf of a client at Gatwick airport for an Operations & Maintenance Technician to join their on-site Operations team within the logistics distribution and supply chain industry. This is a hands-on technical role focused on the operation and maintenance of an innovative robotic car park system within a live airport environment.

We are looking for a passionate and curious Operations & Maintenance technician, who has Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification (NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds) in mechanical, electrical, or automation, plus 2-3 years\' relevant experience.

You will receive full on-the-job training from technical experts, making this an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while developing your technical skills in a highly regulated and dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, and basic control system maintenance on robots and infrastructure
• Carry out routine inspections, fault-finding, and troubleshooting
• Operate the facility under normal and emergency conditions
• Liaise with airport operations staff and internal teams
• Provide user support when required
• Assist with documentation, procedures, and inventory management using standard IT tools
• Understands the robotics environment, automated processes, and customers\' expectations and challenges.

Shift Pattern & Working Hours

• Day & night shift flexibility required
• Monday to Saturday (occasional Sundays)
• Days: 08:00-19:00 (£16.82/hr)
• Nights: 21:00-06:00 (£18.50/hr)
• Overtime available
• On-site role | Indoor & outdoor airport environment

What We're Looking For

• Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification (NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds) in mechanical, electrical, or automation (essential)
• 2-3 years\' relevant experience in a similar role
• Background in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
• Hands-on technical experience (robotics or automated systems is a strong advantage)
• Organised, reliable, and customer-focused
• Comfortable using standard IT tools
• Fluent English required (French is a plus)

Why Join Us as Operations & Maintenance Technician?

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per year
• Work with cutting-edge robotic technology
• Full training provided
• Long-term, stable opportunity at a major international airport
• Supportive and innovative engineering environment

Regulatory / Compliance

• Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:
• Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
• Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
• Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)
• Provide a full 5-year address history
• Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)