Maintenance Technician Apprentice

As an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative, you’ll learn how to maintain buildings safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of trades while developing your technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours. You will spend time with each member of the team to ensure you are exposed to all Technical Services functions, providing a well-rounded experience of the department.

You will have great communication skills and be self-motivated and methodical with the ability to pay attention to detail. The role holder will be able to work alone acting upon your own initiative and demonstrate solution-based thinking and application. You will have a desire to work outdoors in all weathers and be a part of the larger service delivery team at the airport. You will also be of smart appearance and apply discretion in the delivery of your work.

Assisting with the inspection, repair, and upkeep of runways, taxiways, and aprons (i.e. patching surfaces, painting lines) Helping with the maintenance and testing of runway lighting, signage, and nav aids to ensure and compliance Supporting grass cutting and vegetation control Assisting with snow and ice clearing during winter months, including grit spreading Helping with the servicing and upkeep of machinery used across the airfield Learning how to log maintenance tasks and report issues Gaining invaluable knowledge of a strict health and safety environment

Training:

Property Maintenance Operative Level 2.

Training Outcome:

Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of this apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
London Biggin Hill Airport strives to be London’s preeminent full-service Business Aviation Airport and a leading centre for aviation technology and enterprise. We deliver our vision through a set of values that define who we are and what we believe in: integrity, innovation, professionalism, accountability and respect. In addition to the Airport, The Landing Hotel is an independent boutique 56 bed hotel that is proudly dedicated to the aviation industry, whilst supporting local businesses and our community. Located at London Biggin Hill Airport and set to the side of runway 03, the hotel offers great views towards London.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Diligent,Discreet