HGV Technician / Plant Mechanic

HGV Vehicle Mechanic 

Rare Chance to Work on Specialist Airport Equipment!

Heathrow Airport

£46,730-£50,547
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.

Heathrow Airport
We are currently recruiting for three experienced 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. Working 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.
HGV Mechanic 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
• Preventative Maintenance) in line with set schedules

Vehicle Mechanic Package
1. Vehicle Technician Hours- 4 on 4 off 12hr day & night shifts, paying £50,547

2. Vehicle Technician working 4 on 4 off working days 06:00-18:00, paying £46,730

3. Nightshift HGV Mechanic 4 on 4 off  Night shift 18:00-06:00, paying £49,635

All offering enhanced overtime rates at time & a half

Vehicle Mechanic About you

• GSE experience (desirable)
• GSE or HGV or Plant mechanical knowledge
• 5 year checkable history in order to get an airside pass
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Why Apply?
This is a rare career opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment in a role that blends variety, challenge, and professional growth. You’ll gain valuable experience few mechanics ever get — all while being part of a supportive, expert team.

Apply now and get your career on the runway!