An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Engineering Department for a Skilled Technician. Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, the Skilled Technician will provide an efficient and effective maintenance of plant and equipment. We have varying shifts available covering both day and night shifts, working weekdays and weekends.
About The Role
How will you contribute:
* Planned maintenance and general upkeep on the Container Cranes, Crane Spreaders, Man Carrying Cages, Terminal Trailers, including Mafi Trailers & all equipment trailers.
* Installation and repair of various security systems to include vehicle barriers and CCTV.
* Design and manufacture bespoke fabrications, both electrical and mechanical as and when directed.
* Maintenance and repairs as directed by Engineering Team Leader.
* Accept Permits to work, and limitations of access to work on High Voltage Electrical Systems.
* Drive cranes, tug master, IMV drawbar trailer, Simons Tower or equivalent, Forklift Truck and company vehicles for maintenance purposes.
* Be conversant with drive and control systems of Cranes and Spreaders and understand all of the associated software packages.
* Ability to drive tractor and tow 5th wheel and drawbar trailers.
* Work on terminal electrical systems i.e. high mast lighting, reefers etc.
* Undertake mechanical/electrical projects as required.
* Be conversant with all hydraulic systems based on cranes and crane spreaders.
* Work indoors, outside, at height, in confined spaces in all weather conditions.
* Ensure that a safe and healthy work environment exists, by adhering to company health, safety and environment policies, to achieve full compliance with the relevant legislation.
What will you Bring.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
* Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship ideally NVQ3 in Engineering Maintenance and BTEC Level 3 extended diploma or equivalent.
* Full current driving licence.
* Previous experience in Container handling equipment is beneficial along with electrical experience, working with voltage between 12v – 6600v.
* Knowledge in PLC control systems.
* Ability to follow and understand electrical/hydraulic/mechanical drawings.
* Experience in mechanical, working with pneumatics and hydraulics, diesel engines and general heavy fitting.
* Welding and fabrication skills.
* Good level of numerical and written skills.
NOTE: All our roles are subject to the below:
* We may close our roles early, depending on the number of applications received.
* The ability to work in the UK.
* A full valid UK driving licence or appropriate international licence allowing you to drive on UK roads.
* No unspent criminal convictions.
Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for millions of people around the world. DP World is here to make trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With more than 106,500 employees across 73 countries, we are pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. By integrating our physical infrastructure with cutting-edge technology, we create efficient end-to-end solutions, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses - Ports and Terminals, Economic Zones, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.
DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.
By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.
Job Info
* Job Identification 12837
* Job Category Electro-Mechanical
* Posting Date 01/29/2025, 10:07 AM
* Locations 204-207 Western Docks, Southampton, SO15 1DA, GB
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