Description DP World Southampton has a team of highly skilled Engineering Technicians to maintain and repair a varied fleet of mechanical and electrical equipment to support the daily operations of the business. The engineering team carry out regular planned maintenance tasks to keep the fleet fully operational and reliable, including the use of specialist testing equipment such as ultrasound, thermography and vibration analysis. Technicians will attend breakdowns of equipment and repair on the spot where possible and if not will recover the equipment to work on in the workshops. Our Technicians will test and repair key components of our equipment in house where possible because as a business we know it’s important to reduce the amount of waste materials we produce. You will: Learn a range of skills from some small electronics works, through to general electrical maintenance and installation and high voltage inspections Learn a range of skills from some small mechanical works, through to much larger mechanical maintenance and installations including engines and generators. Use your new basic welding and fabrications skills to build small one-off items Use your hydraulics knowledge to replace rams and control solenoids Experience inspection of crane components operating on 6600 volts Gain an NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3, HNC Level 4, 4 x City & Guilds certifications: Hydraulics, Engines, Transmissions & Electrics Requirements and prospects Desired skills A natural ability in craft / tool skills Ability to work well under pressure to effectively complete key projects Evidence of prior practical skills or hobbies would be advantageous Personal qualities Self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible with an interest in engineering Determination to learn, develop and succeed within the role Ensure that both DP World Southampton standards and college requirements are met Things to consider It is a requirement of this role that all Apprentices must obtain a full UK driving licence by the end of the Apprenticeship. You must be comfortable working at heights. We will invite successful candidates to carry out a height test before contracts are issued. All applicants are required to complete an aptitude test to be considered for this role. To apply please click on the GOV.UK link https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000300721