Marine Maintenance 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.

Closing Date 19th November 2025

Associated British Ports (ABP) are recruiting for a dedicated Marine Maintenance Technician/Relief Coxswain to join our Marine Services team in South Wales. This is a varied and rewarding role, combining hands-on engineering maintenance with operational support as a relief coxswain for our pilot cutters in Swansea and Barry.  The role is Monday – Friday with cover required every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Marine Engineering Supervisor with the day-to-day maintenance of South Wales Pilot Cutters.
• Monitor and action defects, ensuring timely resolution and closure.
• Support the assignment of plant, labour, and materials, and maintain stocks and spares.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on marine engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical issues.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities using Mainsaver.
• Ensure all work complies with Health and Safety legislation and company policies.
• Act as a relief coxswain, including being on call every other weekend to support the shipping programme.
• Exercise command of a pilot launch, ensuring readiness for service and the safe transfer of pilots and authorised persons.
• Undertake scheduled inspections, emergency preparedness drills, and resilience procedures.

Essential:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in marine maintenance and repair.
• Strong knowledge of marine engines, propulsion systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Proficient in the use of diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• ENG1/ML5 Medical and completion of mandatory STCW Training (including PST and FFPT).
• Yachtmaster Offshore with Commercial Endorsement.
• VHF Licence.
• Full UK driving licence.

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