HGV Mechanic

at  Red Sky Referencing

Job Title: Technician – Ground Service Equipment
Location: Edinburgh Airport
Salary: £36,000 per annum, rising to £37,000 after gaining experience
Are you looking for a new and rewarding technical challenge? If you have experience in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles, plant equipment, or HGVs, you could be the expert we are looking for!
We have an exciting opportunity at our Edinburgh Airport site for a qualified Technician to join our team.
Our client is a market leader in the field of Ground Service Equipment repair and maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working on commercial or plant vehicles
• City and Guilds Level 3 certification in Motor Mechanics or equivalent (essential)
• Welding experience (desirable)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK
• Obtain an airside pass, requiring a criminal record check and 5-year history verification
• Hold a valid UK driving licence
• Provide certifications for all qualifications

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Please note: Only candidates with a minimum Level 3 qualification will be considered for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable participating in an on-call rota and working the outlined shift patterns, including weekends?

Experience:

• Vehicle Mechanic: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• Level 3 qualification in Motor Mechanics? (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Mechanic- ED

This is a varied position where you will play a crucial role in the company’s success by applying your expert mechanical knowledge to diagnose and repair equipment. This includes towing tractors, aircraft tugs, baggage elevators, and a variety of specialist, unique vehicles.
The ideal candidate will be mechanically skilled and a proactive problem solver, ensuring the effective maintenance of on-site equipment.