Ground Support Equipment Engineer & Aircraft Marshaller

Vacancy Name Ground Support Equipment Engineer & Aircraft Marshaller Vacancy No VN844 Employment Type Full-Time Division Ground Work Location Job Details / Position: Ground Support Equipment Engineer & Aircraft Marshaller / Location: Bournemouth / Working Hours: 5-5-4 Shift Pattern, 7am-7pm Gama Aviation is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic Ground Support Equipment Engineer to work within our dynamic, exciting and progressive team at our modern Bournemouth base facility. Reporting to the Base Maintenance Manager, this role will be responsible for the management and servicing of Aircraft Ground support equipment, general upkeep and maintenance of the Hangar and office complex, and overall responsibility for the company vehicle servicing/repairs and condition. In addition to this, you will plan the coordination and towing related to aircraft movements at the Bournemouth facility. We are looking for a highly professional individual who will respond to the needs of the business. You will possess extensive experience within mechanical maintenance of either vehicles, marine or plant equipment. The ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively, as well as work as part of the wider Engineering Team is essential to the successful delivery of this role. The successful candidate will join a long established and respected forward-thinking company that has a proven pedigree in career development within the organisation. / About us: Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage. With operations in the UK and Middle East a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry. / Responsibilities: Carrying out regular, preventative inspection and maintenance of hangar support equipment/GSE Ensuring the calibration deadlines are coordinated and met in advance of due dates Working with the Warehouse Supervisor, to plan and coordinate the service, repair and calibration of all GSE & tooling in the hangar, while maintaining them in a state conducive to an efficient hangar operation Responsible for timely completion of scheduled routine/mandatory inspections and repairs as required, and reporting all deficiencies and non-compliance’s using the company reporting systems Effective management of tooling in the corridor system (e.g. quarantine controls etc) Liaising with Compliance, Health & Safety teams to ensure compliance including monitoring, recording, and reporting Weekly review of ‘in use’ POLA items in the Hangar cabinets removing expired and non-identifiable items and maintaining inventory as agreed with Supply Chain Weekly review/replenishment of COSHH lockers, maintaining inventory as agreed with Health and safety team Weekly review/replenishment of Commercial lockers, maintaining inventory to agreed levels Providing escorting for external contractors on our site on request Provide reciprocal support to the facilities assistant where required, with duties such as light housekeeping/maintenance tasks in the hangar, waste disposal Oversight and management of company vehicles servicing and general maintenance needs Comply with the processes, policies and procedures incorporated in the Ground Handling Procedures Manual to handle company and third-party aircraft Work with shift leads and lead engineers to plan/coordinate the daily aircraft movements Coordinate and perform aircraft pushback and towing, including aircraft manoeuvring in/out of hangar Follow company towing procedures and ensure safety of personnel and product Maintain required records in relation to ground handling operations Assist with the loading/unloading of patients to air ambulance aircraft Escort Ambulances on site as required Facilitate security escorting of contractors as required Act as duty First Aider and Fire Marshall / Skills, Qualifications and Experience required: Essential Recognised industry qualification in a mechanical or automotive discipline Extensive experience of mechanical maintenance of vehicles, marine or plant equipment Highly skilled in general maintenance of plant equipment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient in the use of MS Office programs including Word and Excel Reliable and punctual individual Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively, as well as being a strong team player Possess an eye for detail and able to work to processes and procedures A full UK driving licence is required Advantageous Forklift and cherry picker/IPAF (MEWP - mobile elevated working platform) licenses beneficial Experience of towing aircraft and driving HGV type vehicles is desirable Experience of working in an airport ramp environment is desirable Experience within the aviation/aerospace industry will be highly advantageous Organised and competent in tracking and managing tasks in a database would be useful / In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you: Great work life balance with a 5-5-4 shift pattern Competitive Group Pension Scheme Comprehensive Life Assurance * Comprehensive Income Protection * Comprehensive Travel Insurance * Comprehensive Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation) * Free Car Parking 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval) *(Subject to insurance underwriting) Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.