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Mobile Plant Technician – Aviation Fuel Systems
World KinectMobile Plant Technician maintaining aviation fuel systems throughout the UK. Involves maintenance, inspections, and compliance activities across multiple airport locations.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and fault diagnosis of aviation fuel storage and distribution equipment, with a strong focus on safety-critical systems and compliance documentation. Proficient in collaborating with operational teams to ensure efficient fuel operations and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)Fault Diagnosis and Problem-SolvingKnowledge of Pumps and ValvesIOSH Working Safely CertificationMechanical Apprenticeship or Equivalent Qualification
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Hard Skills
Maintenance of PumpsInspection of Fuel Storage TanksTesting of Safety DevicesCalibration of EquipmentDocumentation and ReportingElectrical ExperienceInstrumentation ExperienceFiltration Systems KnowledgePipeline MaintenanceEmergency Shutdown Equipment Familiarity
Soft Skills
Good Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyEffective Priority ManagementTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving Abilities
Certifications & Qualifications
IOSH Managing Safely CertificationNVQ CertificationCity & Guilds Certification
Industry Keywords
AviationFuel StorageOil & GasPetrochemicalLogisticsRegulated Industrial EnvironmentsSafety-Critical SystemsEmergency ResponseCompliance DocumentationEngineering Best Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on aviation fuel storage and distribution equipment
- Inspect, test, and maintain pumps, motors, valves, pipelines, filtration systems, and associated plant equipment
- Support the maintenance and testing of critical safety devices and control systems
- Conduct routine inspections of fuel storage tanks, bunds, and associated infrastructure
- Diagnose equipment faults and coordinate repairs where required
- Support calibration and testing activities for operational and safety-critical equipment
- Complete maintenance records, inspection reports, and compliance documentation accurately and on time
- Assist with integrity inspections and engineering improvement projects
- Support contractors working on site and ensure compliance with company safety requirements
- Participate in emergency response activities and provide technical support during operational incidents
- Work closely with airport operational teams and site management to minimise disruption to fuel operations
- Promote continuous improvement, excellent housekeeping standards, and engineering best practice across all locations
- Participate in site inspections and audits
Requirements
What you’ll need- Essential Experience in a maintenance, engineering, mechanical, or plant technician role
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Full UK driving licence
- Good communication and reporting skills
- Willingness to travel regularly throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays
- Desirable Experience within aviation, fuel storage, oil & gas, petrochemical, logistics, or other regulated industrial environments
- Knowledge of pumps, valves, filtration systems, pipelines, or transfer equipment
- Electrical or instrumentation experience
- Mechanical apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification
- IOSH Working Safely, IOSH Managing Safely, or similar accreditation
- Familiarity with safety-critical systems and emergency shutdown equipment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive Package
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Pension and benefits package
- Full PPE and specialized safety equipment provided
- Structured onboarding and competency programmed
- Ongoing technical and safety training
- Exposure to specialist aviation fuel systems
- Opportunities to gain additional industry qualifications