CS 31728
Mechanical Service Technician - Transition from Aircraft Maintenance to the Fuelling Industry
Location: Based from Southwest/M4 Corridor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 + Vehicle + Overtime + Benefits
Company: Specialists in Industrial Fuelling Equipment
Are you an experienced aircraft maintenance technician ready for a new direction? Want to leverage your mechanical skills in a critical, fast-paced industry-without the night shifts or hangar life?
Join our client's field team as a Mechanical Service Technician and bring your expertise to the fuelling world. They maintain and service high-integrity fuelling systems for major fuel providers, airports, and high security companies across the UK.
Why This Role is Right for Aircraft Technicians:
Your hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems, fault-finding, safety protocols, and compliance makes you an ideal fit. If you've worked on hydraulic or pneumatic systems, operated in high-pressure environments, and taken pride in doing things by the book-you'll feel right at home here.
No prior fuelling industry experience? No problem. Our client will provide full product and industry training.
What You'll Do:
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Carry out OFTEC inspections, PPM tasks, remedial and project works.
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Work on fuel systems & associated control systems across private & public sector customers.
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Ensure safety compliance and deliver high-quality service to clients.
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Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with industry standards and regulations
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Complete service reports and communicate effectively with clients and internal teams
What You Bring:
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Background in aircraft maintenance (civil or military)
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Strong mechanical aptitude with diagnostic and problem-solving skills
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Familiarity with fluid transfer systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, or similar
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Comfort working in safety-critical and compliance-heavy environments
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Full UK driver's license (or equivalent)
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Willingness to travel to client sites (local/regional)
What We Offer:
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Comprehensive training to transition into the fuelling sector
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Fully equipped company van, tools, and PPE
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Competitive base salary, overtime opportunities, and paid travel
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Pension, holiday pay, and career development
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A structured path from Technician to Senior/Lead roles
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Regular hours - no shift work or night flying!
Ready to Change Gears?
If you're ready to take your aircraft maintenance career in a new direction, we want to hear from you. Join a growing, essential industry where your skills truly matter.
To apply for this position please send your CV to [email protected] or call 01329 221 399 ext 202 for more information.
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