Electrician

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.

We’re looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team at the Port of Southampton, helping to keep vital port infrastructure and operations running safely and efficiently.

In this hands-on role, you’ll provide planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of port assets and equipment in a fast-paced, operational environment. From electrical systems to large-scale port infrastructure, your work will be essential to keeping our port moving.

The role is based on a 39‑hour working week, with standard hours of Monday to Thursday 7:30am–4:00pm and Friday 7:30am–3:00pm, alongside participation in an on‑call rota to provide out‑of‑hours support, where call‑outs attract a minimum 4‑hour payment, with additional hours paid at overtime rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a proactive maintenance service to support smooth port operations
• Carry out maintenance on a variety of assets, including:
  • Fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
  • Mobile harbour cranes and port equipment
  • Commercial and industrial buildings
  • Street lighting and high mast systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs using electrical schematics
• Maintain and repair motors, drives, PLCs and control systems
• Provide breakdown cover and support operational requirements, including out‑of‑hours work
• Work at height and in environments close to water

About You
Essential:

• Qualified to 18th Edition IEE Regulations
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering (or working towards)
• 2391 or 2394/2395 testing & inspection (or working towards)
• Strong fault‑finding skills using electrical drawings
• Knowledge of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexible approach, including on‑call and out‑of‑hours work
• Confident working at height and around water
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 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.

As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels