Airport Vehicle & Equipment Engineer - London Gatwick

Salary: £47,047.50 per annum + £4,000 shift allowance + £500 London weighting Shifts: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights - 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00) Location: London Gatwick Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Keep Gatwick's Ground Fleet Moving

Join a dedicated airside engineering team responsible for maintaining and repairing the vital vehicles and equipment that keep flights running safely and on schedule. This is a hands-on, varied role working across a diverse range of ground support machinery - ideal for engineers with heavy vehicle, plant, or mechanical backgrounds.

Equipment You Will Work On

Tow tractors, belt loaders, baggage tractors, and aircraft stairs

Ground power units (GPU), air start units (ASU), and air conditioning units (ACU)

Aircraft de-icers and specialist airport maintenance equipment

Electric and hybrid GSE as the aviation industry moves toward sustainable operations

Key Responsibilities

Service, maintain, and repair Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to the highest standard

Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out preventative maintenance

Complete all paperwork, service records, and job documentation accurately

Work collaboratively with internal teams to minimise downtime and ensure operational safety

Comply with health, safety, and airport security procedures at all times

What You'll Bri...