GSE Mechanic

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.    

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The role is responsible to carry out skilled mechanical/electrical maintenance, servicing & repairing ground support equipment (motorized and non-motorized, light & heavy-duty vehicles) at the workshop and on site. Furthermore, to assist in improving reliability of equipment through preventive and predictive maintenance programs as per departmental SOP.

What you will be doing

• Ensures highest standard of services while carrying out scheduled maintenance or servicing of aircraft ground support equipment, light and heavy-duty vehicles
• Carries out charging of vehicle batteries following all safety precautions and verify capacity of motor/generator on an electrical test bench
• Update Maximo system appropriately and follow instructions of material withdrawal at stores.
• Performs modifications & skilled/preventive maintenance on automotive, heavy equipment & vehicles and overhauls of engine/transmission and conduct all line maintenance activities as required
• Ensure outstanding work are completed while taking over handover from outgoing shifts and maintains log of daily work record of completed works, materials used, and time spent.

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Higher secondary education and formal training or apprenticeship in the mechanical trade
• Minimum 4 years' experience in GSE field with engine/transmission /hydraulic overhauls
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a mechanic in heavy and light equipment
• Effective Communication skills, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety-conscious physically and mentally fit
• Local driving license will be an added advantage

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Application Instructions

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