Diesel Mechanic (Automotive)

Diesel Mechanic (Automotive)

Want to work for one of the leading Ground Handling companies in the world?

Join Menzies Aviation and be part of our family!

As a member of the Menzies Aviation Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient repairing and rebuilding of airport service vehicles. You will be required to inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

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 over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

This role is responsible for the primary service that depends on well-maintained vehicles, organization and tracking of the fleet and expenses within the company. The GSE manager will have the ability to accurately maintain and hold responsibility for an exceptional level of quality of all ground support equipment in the company and ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by established procedures and protocols, diesel experience is preferred.

Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance available | 401K - company match | Flight Benefits | Paid Training | Uniform provided

Fully responsible for all aspects of the GSE repair services at the station.

Fully accountable for the financial performance and compliance with Corporate Governance, legal and quality aspects of Menzies' businesses in the station

Schedules all preventive maintenance inspections

Leading and working with the senior team to maintain and enhance appropriate, effective safety & security systems, risk assessments, periodical inspections & audits, operational training programs, planning, operational processes, and service delivery.

Maintains all equipment records and monitors vehicle registration and hour meter program.

Coordinate's scheduling of equipment to be repaired.

Coordinates all QA inspections on fuel equipment.

Ensure ground equipment and fueling repair deadlines are met.

Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.

Perform as a mentor to other employees and provide training to new employees.

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.

3 to 5 years mechanical experience

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Possess valid US driver's license with a clean driving record.

Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing.

Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.

Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs.

Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.

Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal

To report any significant deficiency in our products, materials, and documents

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Has the duty to suggest any improvements to working practices especially those relating to safety and security.

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, vendors, and other employees of the organization

Must have high school diploma, GED or one-year experience as a Supervisor in the Aviation Industry Completion of an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic degree program (preferred)

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.

Is this role ticking all the boxes for you? If so, please click apply now!