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Heavy Goods Vehicle or Plant Skilled Technician - Birmingham Airport

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GSE/HGV Skilled Technician – Birmingham Airport
Contract: Permanent
About The Role
Salary up to £45,900.00 per annum depending upon experience.
We’re on the lookout for a skilled and driven technician to join our Ground Service Equipment (GSE) team. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for servicing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of GSE vehicles and machinery. You’ll carry out preventative maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and ensure all inspection findings are accurately logged in our fleet management system. Flexibility is key, as occasional out-of-hours support may be required.
Responsibilities
What we're looking for?
We’re seeking someone who brings technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and a passion for problem-solving.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Ideal candidates will have:
- A recognised qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
- At least 1 year of post-apprenticeship experience
- Background in HGV or plant maintenance
- Strong mechanical, diagnostic, and fault-finding skills
- Familiarity with hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems
- Ability to perform safety inspections and routine servicing
- A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn
- Welding skills (preferred but not essential)
- Own tools and readiness to work in all weather conditions
- Willingness to travel for training or support at other Swissport stations
- Ability to pass DBS security checks
- A full, valid UK driving licence


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Why you will love working for Swissport:
At Swissport, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a career journey. Here’s what you can expect:
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program from day one
- Complimentary car parking, uniform, and PPE
- Industry-leading induction and training programme
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Skills-based grading structure for career progression
- A supportive, dynamic team environment
- And much more
Licence/Certification:
Full valid UK driving license.
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