Operations and Maintenance Technician

The Best Connection; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and maintenance service provider is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Technician at Gatwick Airport. This hands-on role involves maintaining a robotic car park system within a live airport environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay at £35,000 per year, on-the-job training, and long-term employment prospects in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training provided

Long-term opportunity at a major airport

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 or Level 3 technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or automation.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience is essential.
• Hands-on technical experience with robotics or automated systems is preferred.

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.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer focus

Fluent English

Education

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

Tools

Standard IT tools

Job description

Operations & Maintenance Technician

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.

• 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

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

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!)