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Full-time
On-site
Hounslow, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Worldwide Flight Services is seeking a Fleet Technician to maintain and oversee the Landside Transport Fleet, consisting of: 42 artics, 43 x trailers, 1 x 18t, 1 x 7.5t and 1 x van. You will be conducting running repairs, liaising with outside vendors, maintaining online defect portal and ensuring a high level of compliance and roadworthiness at all times. 

Your main responsibilities on a day to day basis will be (but not limited to):

  • You will be fully competent in all aspects of the service and repair of Heavy Goods Vehicles and trailers to the highest of standards
  • Diagnose and rectify all types of faults
  • Ensure Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices are adhered to
  • All Defect, service sheets and online portals completed and updated on time
  • Be able to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and vendors / suppliers
  • Attend roadside breakdowns for our own fleet if the need dictates

About You

To be successfully considered for this role you will need:

  • Previous experience working as an HGV and Trailer Mechanic/Technician
  • Fluent in roadworthiness and MOT testing standards
  • Experience of hydraulic systems(advantage)
  • IT literate must be able to use email, Microsoft office suite and have experience of using online portals / platforms
  • Experience of diagnostic equipment preferred
  • You will have a positive "can do" attitude and be able to work as part of a team
  • Minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
  • Current HGV licence required – C+E (Mandatory)
  • Class 1 Driving License (required)

About The Company

WFS is one of the world's leading ground handling organisations, providing high quality cargo, passenger, premium, ramp, baggage and technical services across a network spanning over 188 locations in more than 22 countries on five continents. Within the UK division, boasting a workforce of over 700 individuals spread across 19 strategic sites nationwide, WFS don't just envision success; WFS engineers it. Their vision is to empower their people, ignite innovation at every turn, and revolutionise the industry with an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.