Mechanical Technician

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

Our Port of Newport handles around £1bn worth of Cargo every year handling bulk cargo including coal, coke, clay, aggregates, and agribulks. Our team handles significant volumes of forest product shipments from the Baltic States, Scandinavia, the Americas, and the Far East. We're currently looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Technician to join the team working rotating weeks of 6-2/2-10 Monday through Friday, with a potential for 1 in 6 weekend rota (0600-1800) to be added over the forthcoming months. 

You'll be an apprentice served Level 3 Mechanical technician with experience on mechanical infrastructure which should include, pumping systems, sluices and cranes. You should have a solid understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and be comfortable with fault finding. The role involves delivering both reactive and planned maintenance activity, with some project work as needed to ensure the Port is able to operate safely and ensure a first class service to our customers.

Why Should You Make ABP Your First Port Of Call?
•    Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade
•    Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
•    You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected
•    Receive competitive salary and benefits package
•    Get support for training, personal development and further education
•    Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

Accountabilities
•    To work in a safe and methodical manner to ABP’s Safe Systems of Work and take an active part in risk assessments.
•    To carry out inspection, maintenance, fault diagnostics and installation work safely in line with all current legislation and ABP guidelines.
•    Ensure all work is completed to appropriate standard in a timely manner.
•    Maintenance of cranes, machinery and equipment.
•    Maintenance of ship locks, sluices and associated equipment.
•    Maintenance of ports buildings including transit sheds and offices and maintenance and repair of workshop machinery.
•    Carry out scheduled servicing and report any defects.
•    Co-operate closely with other disciplines and contractors.
•    Undertake cargo handling operations both ashore and on vessel in a flexible pattern as required (subject to suitable training).

Required Skills & Experience
•    Apprentice trained Mechanical Technician with experience of maintenance & breakdowns in heavy industry.
•    Excellent interpersonal skills.
•    Ability to work as a team.
•    Have a flexible approach to service delivery.
•    A desire to help develop the role to best meet the requirements of ABP and customers.
•    Full UK driving licence.
•    Working at height and Confined space (training provided) – mandatory 
•    Experience of operating port equipment, including mobile and quayside cranes would be desirable. 
•    Working knowledge of engineering/maintenance in a port industry would be desirable
•    Confined space experience would be desirable

We offer a salary of £36k plus 12.5% shift premium, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays – plus the option to purchase additional days), wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills. 

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.