Senior Engineer
AGSE Global Services · SL30DF · posted 15 days ago
Going rate £35,100UK median £34,237
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Occupation
5244Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
Going rate for this occupation: £35,100 · UK median pay £34,237
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Where this salary sits
- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£30,000 to £45,000stated · above the range ONS published
- Going rate£35,100
- UK median£34,237
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 25th | £26,189 |
| 50th | £34,237 |
| Going rate | £35,100 |
| UK median | £34,237 |
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- Eligible only through a shortage list
- Salary clears only at the top of the range
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We are seeking a skilled Senior Hydraulic-Biased Maintenance Technician to join our workshop team supporting the inspection, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of aircraft ground support equipment (GSE) and associated tooling.
This is a hands-on, workshop-based role ideal for a technician with strong hydraulic system experience who enjoys fault finding, strip-downs, rebuilds, and ensuring critical aviation support equipment is maintained to the highest safety standards. The role will also provide support and mentoring to other staff.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose, fault-find, and repair hydraulic systems on aircraft ground support equipment Service and overhaul hydraulic pumps, rams, cylinders, valves, and pipework Maintain and repair GSE including: Hydraulic test rigs Aircraft jacks and lifting equipment Towbars and ground handling equipment Specialist tooling Conduct pressure testing and system performance checks Interpret hydraulic schematics and technical manuals Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation Ensure compliance with UK safety and quality standards Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong background in hydraulic systems (industrial, plant, or aviation preferred) Experience in mechanical fault finding and repair Ability to read hydraulic and engineering drawings Workshop-based maintenance experience Good understanding of safe working practices Full manual UK driving licence Ability to use a tablet to complete maintenance report write ups Must be able to gain an airport pass – therefore clean personal record and ability to show previous work/educational history up to 5 years prior with references.
Desirable
Experience working with aircraft ground support equipment NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering / Maintenance LOLER inspection experience Forklift or plant maintenance background Basic electrical fault-finding knowledge
About You
You will be:
Detail-oriented with a strong safety mindset Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Proactive in diagnosing and solving technical problems Committed to maintaining high engineering standards Able to train and support other staff
What We Offer
Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Overtime opportunities Company pension scheme Ongoing training and development Stable, long-term role within the aviation support sector
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