HGV Motor Mechanic – Gatwick Airport

Salary: £48,000 - £52,000pa

Location: Gatwick, West Sussex

Are you an experienced HGV Mechanic looking for an exciting new challenge? We are expanding our teams at Gatwick Airport and are seeking skilled HGV Technicians / Mechanics to work on a wide range of ground service equipment (GSE).

In this role, you’ll use your mechanical expertise to service, maintain, and repair specialist airside vehicles such as towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators, and more, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

HGV Motor Mechanic- Why This Role? This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport equipment — a career path that offers variety, challenge, and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience that is rare in the industry, all within a supportive and skilled team environment.

HGV Mechanic Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and repair GSE equipment.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules.
• Complete all documentation and records accurately.
• Provide excellent service to internal stakeholders.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with internal customers to ensure equipment availability.

HGV Mechanic Working Hours:

• 4 on 4 off 12hr day shifts (6:00- 18:00 spring/ summer. 05:00- 17:00 Autumn/ Winter)

About You:

• Previous GSE or HGV mechanical experience is desirable.
• Level 3 NVQ in vehicle maintenance and repair or equivalent level.
• HGV1 license (Desirable )
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems and diagnostics.
• Able to obtain a 5-year checkable history for airside access.
• Able to pass a basic criminal record check.
• Electric vehicle experience and qualifications.
• Forklift trained.
• Experience using software tools, telematics, vehicle scheduling software. Vehicle diagnostic equipment.

 Join a dynamic team and take your career to new heights working on specialist airport vehicles. Apply today to become part of our growing team!