Trailer Technician

  • CDM Recruitment
  • Jan 01, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Trailer Technician

We re looking for an experienced Trailer Technician to join a busy engineering team based at Gatwick. You ll be maintaining and repairing trailers and ground support equipment, ensuring everything runs safely, smoothly, and to the highest standards. This is a hands-on role where reliability, precision, and pride in your work really matter.

What You ll Be Doing

  • Repair and maintain trailers, dollies, and associated equipment

  • Inspect vehicles airside and in the workshop, reporting faults before work begins

  • Collect equipment for servicing and log all work accurately in SAP

  • Keep the Workshop Supervisor updated on additional work or parts required

  • Liaise with stores for parts supply and ensure everything is labelled and stored correctly

  • Report and quarantine any defective tools or equipment immediately

  • Complete daily timesheets and ensure paperwork is accurate and up to date

What You ll Bring

  • Proven experience in vehicle or trailer maintenance and repair

  • Welding or fabrication skills (advantageous)

  • Good communication and organisational ability

  • A customer-focused, problem-solving mindset

  • Health & Safety awareness and a methodical approach

  • Forklift licence (desirable)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:30pm (on-site, Gatwick)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 6% employer pension contribution
  • 3X Salary Life Assurance
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Private medical insurance