HGV Mechanic Birmingham Airport

HGV Technician / Plant Mechanic (GSE)

Birmingham Airport (BHX)
£45,000 basic - £50,000 realistic earnings (with bonus) + enhanced overtime

Salary & Hours

• Monday to Friday OR 4 days on / 4 days off (rotating shift pattern)
• 10-hour shifts: 07:00 – 17:00

HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic -The Role

We are seeking an experienced HGV Technician / Mechanic to join our client at Birmingham Airport.

You will maintain and repair a wide range of Ground Support Equipment (GSE),supporting safe and efficient airside operations. This is a unique opportunity to work on specialist airport vehicles in a structured, safety-critical environment.

HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, fault-find, and repair HGVs, plant, and GSE vehicles
• Carry out servicing and planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Complete inspections, brake & smoke tests, and defect reporting
• Accurately complete job cards, inspection sheets, and time sheets
• Report faults, parts requirements, and VOR items to the Workshop Supervisor
• Liaise with stores for parts and ensure correct recording/storage
• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety regulations
• Quarantine and report defective tools/equipment

HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic Candidate Requirements

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (essential)
• 3–5 years’ experience in HGV, plant, or GSE maintenance
• Strong diagnostic and repair capability
• GSE experience (advantageous, not essential – training provided)
• HGV licence (desirable)
• Able to pass 5-year employment vetting (airport requirement)

HGV Technician /HGV Mechanic What’s On Offer

• £45,000 basic salary
• Realistic £50,000 earnings with bonus
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Flexible shift patterns
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• No out-of-hours call-outs
• Stable, long-term opportunity

Why Apply?

This is not a standard HGV role. You’ll gain hands-on experience with specialist GSE equipment in a unique airside aviation environment—a rare opportunity in the market.

Apply Now

Don’t miss this opportunity to work at Birmingham Airport. Apply today to take the next step in your HGV/Plant mechanic career.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role

HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, GSE Engineer, PSV Technician, Fleet Engineer, Airport Engineering

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking