Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Woking, Surrey
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Keep the world moving - maintain the machines that keep planes flying.

The Role

Join a leading airport engineering team maintaining and repairing Ground Support Equipment (GSE) - from tow tractors and de-icers to hybrid and electric service vehicles. This hands-on position plays a key part in ensuring aircraft turnaround stays safe, fast, and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

Service, inspect, and repair heavy mechanical and electrical airport equipment.
Diagnose faults across hydraulic, pneumatic, and drivetrain systems.
Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
Complete all service documentation and safety checks accurately.
Work collaboratively with airside teams to maintain operational safety and uptime.Requirements

Strong background in heavy vehicle, GSE, HGV, or plant maintenance.
Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ / Apprenticeship).
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to pass CRC & GSAT checks and obtain an airside pass.
Customer-focused, safety-conscious, and proud of delivering quality work.Benefits

Competitive base salary plus shift allowance and overtime
Annual bonus and contributory pension scheme
Life assurance (2x salary) and enhanced parental policies
Annual leave increases with service
On-site parking, Cycle2Work, and retail/gym discounts
Ongoing training on GSE, hybrid, and electric systemsLocations & Shifts

Heathrow: 4-on / 4-off (choose between 06:30-18:30 or 11:30-23:30)
Salary: £47,000 + £3,000-£3,500 shift allowance + £500 weighting
Gatwick: 4-on / 4-off (2 days, 2 nights - 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00)
Salary: £47,000 + £4,000 shift allowance + £500 weighting
Heathrow & Gatwick: Monday-Friday (08:00-17:00)
Salary: Up to £50,000 + overtime (1.5x) + company van + fuel card

Job Info
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Job Title:
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Woking, Surrey
Salary:
£47000 - £52000 Per annum
Posted:
Oct 30th 2025
Closes:
Nov 30th 2025
Sector:
Engineering
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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