Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician to join their team at Heathrow Airport. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles, ensuring they meet strict safety and operational standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Mechanical Qualification, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude. The role offers a salary between £35,000 and £40,000, excellent training opportunities, and long-term career development in a unique airport environment.

Benefits

Salary review after 3 months

Excellent training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Level 3 Mechanical Qualification or Level 2 with hands-on experience.
• Confident in diagnosing and repairing various vehicles.
• EV experience or training is a bonus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and servicing on a range of vehicles.
• Diagnosing faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
• Performing mechanical, electrical, and bodywork repairs.
• Ensuring all work meets safety and airport standards.

Skills

Diagnosing faults

Problem-solving skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 3 Mechanical Qualification

Level 2 with hands-on experience

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – Join the Team Keeping Heathrow Moving!

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 (DOE)

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off | 06:00-18:00

Location: Heathrow Airport

Ready to take your mechanical career to new heights? This is your chance to join a thriving engineering team at one of the world’s busiest international airports. Our client delivers essential airside and landside vehicle support services — and you could play a key role in keeping Heathrow operating smoothly every single day.

Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs and servicing on a range of vehicles
• Diagnosing faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Performing mechanical, electrical and bodywork repairs
• Ensuring all work meets strict safety and airport standards
• Supporting the wider engineering team to maximise vehicle uptime

Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – Who We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Mechanical Qualification, or Level 2 with solid hands‑on experience
• Confident in diagnosing and repairing a variety of vehicles
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude
• EV experience or training is a bonus, but not essential
• Able to pass full airside clearance, including 5‑year referencing and a basic DBS

Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – What You’ll Get in Return

• £35,000-£40,000 salary, depending on experience
• Salary review after 3 months
• Excellent training, including EV and specialist airside systems
• Long‑term career development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• The excitement of working in a unique airport setting

Join a forward‑thinking organisation delivering vital transport and vehicle services across Heathrow Airport. With modern facilities, ongoing innovation and a focus on employee growth, this is an exceptional place to build your mechanical career.