Tooling and Equipment Specialist

A career without limits We know that every British Airways colleague is on their own, original journey. That’s why we believe in putting our people in control of their careers, encouraging all those who work for us to view and apply for internal job opportunities right across our airline. Perhaps you’re ready to move upwards and take on a new challenge within your business area. Or maybe you’re inspired to move to a different department and broaden your experience. Whichever direction you’re headed next, we want you to be able to progress in a way that feels right for you, with the support of your manager. British Airways never stands still, and we don’t expect our people to either. What are we looking for? We're seeking a conscientious and committed team player to join the Base Maintenance Support Group in maintaining tooling and a large fleet of equipment, ensuring they are serviced and compliant for the safety and security of all engineers. You might be just starting out or some years into your career, most importantly you're proactive, curious, collaborative, passionate about the safety, security and punctuality of our operation. Responsibilities

• Tool control
• Ground equipment control, deployment and delivery
• Seasonal operational readiness
• Carrying out appropriate safety checks and escalating and reporting any issues
• Undertake any other related ground activity tasks as required for obtaining the expected operational performance improvements for Base Maintenance.
• Ensuring all tooling and equipment is serviced and clean together with having the correct asset level required to support the day-to-day operation.
• Supporting the Engineering department with activities that contribute to safe and timely aircraft input and outputs of Base Maintenance.
• Carrying out safety checks, raising and reporting any faults or issues.
• Identifying continuous improvement opportunities and contributing to a safe, secure, and effective Engineering operation at Heathrow.

Requirements To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Physical fitness to handle manual tasks.
• Resilience to handle outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK.
• Ability to hold a full Airside Identity Pass (Essential)
• Ability to obtain a Criminal Record Check and with no disqualifying convictions.
• Full UK category B driving licence for a manual vehicle with no more than 3 penalty points (Essential)
• Airside Driving Permit holder or ability to obtain this with the requirements above. Training can be provided (Essential)
• Undertake and pass a medical assessment.
• A responsible attitude towards safety and security in a demanding environment (Essential)
• Operationally focussed (Essential)
• Experience in a Mechanical or Equipment background (Desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive salary, shift allowances, and generous concessions
• Outstanding training and development opportunities
• Flexible Benefits Scheme, including an outstanding defined contribution pension
• Staff travel discounts on commercial tickets and cargo concession
• Well-being initiatives and a variety of other benefits
• Special discounts on a range of products
• Access to BA Clubs offering sports and leisure facilities

Location: Heathrow, Base Maintenance Contract: Full time, Permanent At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work. Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain. Flexible Working Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00