Based at the Port of Grangemouth this is a great opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our busy Engineering team to play an integral role in our day to day engineering operations whilst advancing their career within the industry. This role will involve you working with a wide range of machinery and plant equipment across the Port, where no two days will be the same. Some of your responsibilities will include: Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance work on mechanical equipment in compliance with company and statutory procedures. Our equipment includes lock gates, ship to shore cranes, straddle carriers and a variety of other port plant and equipment. Undertaking detailed job planning and recording for all engineering maintenance and repair activities. Fault diagnosis and problem-solving to ensure that all equipment is in good working order for use as required. Implementing best practice maintenance techniques to improve reliability efficiency. Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure equipment is maintained for efficient plant operation. Your basic hours will be 37.5 per week working a partial shift system involving day and rotational shifts as part of a shift roster. A shift allowance will be paid for this in addition to your basic salary. You should also have a flexible approach to your working hours as regular overtime and participation in an on-call arrangement is part of this role.
You will be a time served qualified Mechanical Fitter and have previous experience of working within a heavily industrialised environment. Sound working knowledge of mechanical equipment ideally with experience of working with diesel engines, rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, auto lubrication systems or electro/hydraulic disc brakes. You will be a confident communicator and be able to develop good working relationships with all stakeholders. As our working environment comprises quaysides, warehouses, and other Port buildings the ability to work at height, in confined spaces and in an outdoors environment is essential. Full UK driving licence.,
* Right to work in the UK
* You are a qualified Mechanic, Fitter or Plant Engineer
* knowledge of mechanical apparatus which will ideally include experience working on diesel engines, rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, auto lubrication systems or electro/hydraulic disc brakes
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
* You must be comfortable working in an outdoor environment, at height and within confined spaces
* Full UK driving licence
Desired Criteria Skills you'll need
* Risk Management
* Situation Evaluation and Analysis
* Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future., "As sure as the tide " - 50 years and counting - delivering outstanding results, on all manner of projects. Customers from around the world rely on our expertise to realise their ambitions.
What Forth Ports can offer you:
At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy: A competitive salary. Generous annual leave entitlement. A defined pension scheme and life assurance. Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family. Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking. Attractive Family Friendly Policies. Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays. GymFlex health club memberships.