Motor Transport Engineer
Highlands and Islands Airports Limited, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Motor Transport Engineer
£38396 - £42662
Highlands and Islands Airports Limited, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
- Full time
- Contract
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 21 Sep | Get your application in today.
Closing date: 11-10-2026 (In 19 days)
Job ref: 644
Location ref: Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Full Job Description
Motor Transport Engineer
Kirkwall Airport
12-month fixed term
£38,396 - £42,662 per annum
We are seeking an experienced Motor Mechanical Engineer to undertake a variety of tasks, including providing technical support, such as maintenance and repair of the company’s Motor Transport (MT) fleet and specialist equipment.
You’ll need to have a recognised Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship or appropriate alternative with an additional 3-year trade experience. We will provide full training on our specialist equipment.
You’ll also be responsible for conducting calibration, test and certification of equipment such as hydraulic rescue equipment, Airport Fire Service Ladders. As well as undertaking the management and administration of the MT stores (spare parts and consumables), you will be expected to provide other “Multi skilled” services in support of Vehicle and equipment.
Closing Date - 11th October 2026
We are committed to ensuring diversity and equality of opportunity at all our airports.
We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and aim to provide support to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and their employment.
In support of our commitment to the Gaelic language and culture, as demonstrated in our Gaelic Language Plan, we welcome applications from those with Gaelic language skills.
Please note that all salaries are subject to review through the Company’s evaluation process.
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About this company
Highlands and Islands Airports Limited
View full company profileHighlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL) is responsible for the management and operation of 11 regional airports serving some of the nation’s remotest communities: at Barra, Benbecula, Campbeltown, Dundee, Inverness, Islay, Kirkwall, Stornoway, Sumburgh, Tiree and Wick John O’Groats. Working with our stakeholders, we are committed to supporting the essential socio-economic role of aviation in Scotland by maintaining and developing our airports and the vital connections they provide.