Swift Shift Recruitment are partnered exclusively with City of Derry Airport to recruit an experienced Mechanic to join its in-house engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a stable, long-term position where you’ll work on a varied fleet of specialist vehicles and equipment within a modern, well-equipped workshop.
Unlike many mechanic roles, this position offers an excellent work-life balance with no weekend working, flexible working hours, early finish on Fridays and a comprehensive benefits package.
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs across a range of vehicles and mechanical equipment, ensuring everything remains safe, reliable and operational.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys problem solving, takes pride in high-quality workmanship and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a close-knit engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults efficiently.
- Complete repairs across a varied fleet of vehicles and equipment.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and service documentation.
- Support equipment reliability through planned maintenance programmes.
- Assist with inspections and safety checks to ensure equipment remains fully operational.
- Work alongside external contractors when specialist support is required.
- Help maintain workshop stock levels, tools and equipment.
- Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
- Keep up to date with new vehicle technologies and attend training where required.
About You
We’re keen to speak with candidates who have:
- A recognised qualification or apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous experience working as a mechanic within automotive, commercial vehicle, plant or industrial environments.
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems would be advantageous.
- A proactive approach and the ability to work well within a team.
- A commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship and safety.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Monday to Friday working with no weekend requirement.
- Flexible working hours (e.g. Start at 8am finish at 4pm)
- Half day Friday
- 33 days annual leave.
- Life Assurance.
- Health Cashback Scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Long-term career stability within a well-established organisation.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Modern workshop and varied workload.
If this sounds of interest please reach out to for a fully confidential chat.
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