About this role
Location: DHL Aviation, East Midlands Airport
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Months
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00 (40 hours per week, flexibility required)
Department: Sort Maintenance & Facilities
Grade: P, £22,785
🌍 Kick start your career with the #1 Best Workplace in Europe
At DHL, our people are our superpower. As the most international company in the world, we connect over 220 countries with a team of 500,000+ colleagues, delivering time-critical parcels across the globe. DHL Aviation UK forms part of DHL Express, playing a key role in keeping our network moving. We’re proud to create an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
💛 Why You’ll Love Working With Us
You’ll get amazing benefits while building your future:
- Competitive salary + shift allowance
- Annual bonus (up to 5%)
- Free onsite parking 🅿️
- Pension (up to 6% company contribution)
- Share Purchase Plan
- My DHL Rewards – discounts at 3,000+ retailers 🛍️
- Private medical (after 12 months)
- Spark – wellbeing support
- Cycle to Work Scheme 🚴
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- CIS Induction Week
🔎 About the Role
You’ll be a vital part of our airport Facilities team — keeping systems running and supporting the people who keep planes moving.
✅ What You’ll Be Doing
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of building systems, such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment to identify potential issues and ensure they are in good working condition.
- Assist with the development and implementation of maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Work with other team members to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to building systems and equipment.
- Help to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Assist with the planning and execution of renovation or construction projects.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies.
Complete a Property Maintenance apprenticeship qualification
⭐ What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone curious, motivated and ready to learn — no expert skills needed.
✨ Enthusiasm & a positive attitude
✨ Strong communication
✨ Reliability & good time‑keeping
✨ A willingness to learn
✨ Teamwork
✨ Problem‑solving mindset
✨ Openness to feedback
✨ Respect & professionalism
📚 What We Offer
- A structured apprenticeship programme with on‑the‑job & off-the-job training. Property Maintenance Level 2 apprenticeship.
- Practical experience within a busy hub operation.
- Support, coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
- Opportunities for career progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- A safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
🗓️ Closing Date: 9th November 2026
Apply now and be part of a team that keeps the world moving. ✨
A quick heads-up before you apply!
As part of your application, you'll play a few short, fun games. They help us understand your strengths and behaviours. This means everyone gets a fair chance to show their potential, and you'll even get to see your results afterwards.
Please note: completing the games is required to be considered for the role.
🚀 Our Recruitment Process
We aim to make your recruitment journey smooth, transparent, and engaging. Our process often includes competency-based interviews, so be ready to share your achievements and experiences. We encourage you to ask questions along the way - recruitment is a two-way process, and we want to make sure DHL is right for you too.
📧 Have a question? Contact our team here: [email protected]
🔐 Important Information
Due to the nature of our business and CAA regulations, all candidates must provide a full 5-year employment history, and a Criminal Record Check will be carried out as part of the recruitment process.