Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic

Red Sky Personnel Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed recruitment agency is seeking PSV, HGV, and Light Commercial Mechanics to join their engineering team at Heathrow Airport. With competitive salaries ranging from £35,000 to £60,000 depending on experience, successful candidates will service a unique fleet and enjoy excellent training and long-term career development. This role offers both day and night shifts, making it ideal for skilled technicians looking for job security in a fast-growing environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive salaries

Premium overtime rates

Excellent training

Long-term career development

Company pension

On-site parking

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in PSV, HGV, LCV, Plant, or GSE maintenance.
• Ability to pass airside clearance: 5-year referencing, Basic DBS.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain PSV & HGV vehicles.
• Diagnose faults on engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and servicing of LCVs, vans, and airport vehicles.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Problem-solving skills

Hands-on mechanical experience

Education

Level 3 Mechanical/Vehicle Qualification

Level 2 considered

Job description

Calling All PSV, HGV & Light Commercial Mechanics – Multiple Roles (Day & Night Shifts) – Heathrow Airport

Salary Range : £35,000 – £60,000+ (DOE) + Overtime

Shifts Available : Day Shift & Night Shift | 4 on / 4 off

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Location : Hounslow

Join the engineering team responsible for keeping Heathrow Airport running. We are recruiting PSV Mechanics, HGV Technicians, Light Commercial Vehicle Mechanics, Plant Fitters and GSE Technicians across both day and night shifts.

You’ll work on one of the most diverse fleets in the UK — PSVs, HGVs, vans, tugs, tractors, plant machinery, and specialist airport GSE. No two days are the same.

Available Positions

1 HGV / PCV Mechanic – Night Shift

Salary : £60,000 Basic + Overtime

Shift : 4 on / 4 off | 18:00–06:00

Role Overview

• Service, repair and maintain PSV & HGV vehicles
• Diagnostics across mechanical, electrical and body systems
• Ensuring all work meets airport safety standards
• Supporting night-shift engineering operations

Ideal For

Experienced HGV Technicians, PCV / Bus Mechanics, and LCV Mechanics wanting higher earnings on nights.

2 Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – Day Shift

Salary : £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE)

Shift : 4 on / 4 off | 06:00–18:00

Salary review after 3 months

Role Overview

• Maintenance, repairs and servicing of LCVs, vans & airport vehicles
• Fault finding using diagnostic equipment
• Supporting daily fleet operations
• Training provided on specialist airport equipment

Ideal For

Light Commercial Mechanics or Level 3 technicians wanting a stable day-shift role with training and career progression.

3 PSV / HGV Mechanic / Plant Fitter – Day or Night Shifts

Salary : £46,730 – £53,000 DOE + Overtime

Shifts : 4 on / 4 off (Day & Night Rotas Available)

Role Overview

• Repair and maintenance of PSV, HGV, plant machinery and GSE
• Diagnose faults on engines, hydraulics and electrical systems
• PPM and reactive maintenance
• Working across airside and landside operations

Ideal For

Experienced Plant Fitters, GSE Technicians, PSV / HGV Mechanics wanting exposure to specialist airport equipment.

What We’re Looking For (All Roles)

• Level 3 Mechanical / Vehicle Qualification
• Level 2 considered with strong hands‑on experience
• Experience in PSV, HGV, LCV, Plant, or GSE maintenance
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• Full UK driving licence (PCV advantageous)
• Ability to pass airside clearance: 5-year referencing, Basic DBS

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salaries (£35,000–£60,000+ DOE)
• Premium overtime rates
• Excellent training, including EV & specialist airport vehicles
• Long‑term career development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension
• Staff discounts
• On‑site parking
• Work with a modern, expanding engineering team

Why Join as a Mechanic

• Exposure to one of the UK’s most unique fleets
• Day & night roles available to match your lifestyle
• Job security in a fast‑growing engineering environment
• Modern workshops & ongoing investment
• Every shift contributes to keeping the airport moving

Apply Now

Whether you’re a PSV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Light Commercial Mechanic, Plant Fitter or GSE Technician, we want to hear from you.

Submit your application today and take your career to new heights.