Ground Support Equipment Technician

5d5 days ago

Boeing

GB · Full-time · £32,000 – £45,000

About this role

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician to join our team supporting the BDUK Apache contract at Wattisham Airfield. This hands-on role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing a wide range of mechanical and electrical ground support equipment essential to Apache helicopter operations. Your work ensures operational readiness for critical aviation support.

Perform routine and reactive maintenance on GSE assets including hydraulic rigs, power units, lifting equipment, and towing vehicles. Diagnose and repair faults across mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems while conducting inspections, testing, and calibration. Maintain accurate service records and documentation in line with MOD and BDUK standards.

Support flight line operations by ensuring timely availability and reliability of equipment. Collaborate with logistics and engineering teams to source parts and manage inventory. Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times in a fast-paced airfield environment.

Participate in equipment upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives. Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and a supportive culture focused on your development. This onsite role offers a fixed 37.5-hour shift pattern with part-time arrangements considered where possible.

Requirements

Fluent written and spoken English
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Proven experience in maintaining and repairing ground support equipment or similar assets
Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Familiarity with MOD maintenance procedures and documentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Full UK driving licence; HGV or forklift licence desirable

Responsibilities

Perform routine and reactive maintenance on GSE assets including hydraulic rigs, power units, lifting equipment, and towing vehicles
Diagnose and repair faults across mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
Conduct inspections, testing, and calibration of equipment to ensure operational readiness
Maintain accurate service records and documentation in line with MOD and BDUK standards
Support flight line operations by ensuring timely availability and reliability of equipment
Collaborate with logistics and engineering teams to source parts and manage inventory
Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times
Participate in equipment upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
Company contributed BUPA Medical Plan
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
4x annual salary life insurance
Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
Learning Together Programme to support ongoing personal and career development