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Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLiverpool, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have time-served technician training, with City & Guilds or equivalent.
  • Have at least one year of post-apprenticeship experience.
  • Have general mechanical, diagnostic, and fault-finding ability.
  • Know mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
  • Be able to conduct safety inspections and perform routine maintenance.
  • Be willing to learn new skills and work in inclement weather.
  • Have own tools.
  • Be willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other Swissport stations with Ground Service Equipment needs.
  • Be able to pass DBS security background checks.
  • Hold a full, valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

  • Service, repair, and maintain all types of Ground Service Equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on Ground Service Equipment.
  • Upload inspection findings and job details into the fleet management system.
  • Participate in a standby rota, potentially including call-outs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working with heavy goods vehicles or Ground Service Equipment is preferred but not essential.
  • Welding is preferred but not necessary.

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
1997

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