Fleet Engineer

Join a busy engineering team at one of the UK's busiest airports.

We're looking for an experienced Fleet Engineer to join our engineering team based at London Gatwick Airport , maintaining a diverse fleet of commercial and specialist airport vehicles operating across both airside and landside environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician, PSV Engineer, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Fleet Engineer or ex-REME Vehicle Mechanic looking for a varied role with excellent long-term career prospects.

No two days are the same. You'll be working on a wide range of vehicles and equipment, ensuring they remain safe, compliant and available to support critical airport operations.

The Role

You'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a mixed fleet of vehicles while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance and workmanship.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out planned servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
• Preparing vehicles for MOT and DVSA inspections
• Completing repairs efficiently to minimise vehicle downtime
• Responding to vehicle breakdowns across the airport when required
• Completing job cards and maintenance records accurately
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
• Following all Health & Safety procedures and company policies
• Working closely with the wider engineering team to keep the fleet operational

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in:

• HGV Technician
• PSV Engineer
• Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Fleet Engineer
• Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
• REME Vehicle Mechanic
• Plant or specialist vehicle maintenance

You'll also ideally have:

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Good understanding of DVSA standards and vehicle compliance
• Experience working on commercial vehicles, buses, coaches or specialist fleet
• A proactive approach and strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• HGV or PCV Licence
• Experience working within a fast-paced fleet environment

Why Join Us?

• Work at one of the UK's busiest international airports
• Modern fleet and varied vehicle types
• Stable permanent employment
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern providing an excellent work-life balance
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Be part of a professional engineering team supporting critical airport operations

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