Aviation Ground Support Technician

MB574: Aviation Ground Support Technician
Location: Ruislip
Salary: £32,621.94 + £2009.40 flexibility allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic International Defence business who are looking to recruit an Aviation Ground Support Technician on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Ruislip depot.

As a Mechanical and Electrical Technician, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. The timely servicing and rectification of any occurring faults are an important part of the role, working in a team whose job it is to keep both military and civilian assets supplied with the right ground support equipment at the right time. The right candidate for this position will enable the smooth functioning of the Ground Support vehicles, in accordance with safety standards, practices and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general tasks in support of the aircraft.
• Carrying out the servicing and full maintenance of equipment.
• Refuelling and maintenance activities in support of the aircraft.
• Full management of serviceable equipment and lighting.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Skilled in the use of all tools associated with mechanical maintenance.
• An analytical mind, able to diagnose and rectify faults.
• The ability to follow work and maintenance instructions to a high standard.
• Performance driven individual who demonstrates initiative and adaptability.
• Good organisational skills; ability to prioritise.
• Passionate about creating a great People Experience and enabling a diverse and high performing culture.
• Trained Electro / Mechanical Technician to at least City and Guild 381/382/383 qualifications in Heavy Vehicle / Plant Equipment or equivalent, or timed served
• Normal colour perception graded as CP2 (needed to work on an airfield) - can be obtained at an opticians
• Full Manual UK driving licence

MB574: Aviation Ground Support Technician
Location: Ruislip
Salary: £32,621.94 + £2009.40 flexibility allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions