Electrical Maintenance Technician
Salary: £40,574 + attractive OTE
Overtime rate: 2x rate on weekends (10pm Friday - 6am Monday), 1.5x rate midweek
Please note: Overtime is optional.
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.
About the role
Based at the Port of Grangemouth, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our busy Engineering team. This role will involve working with a wide range of machinery and plant equipment across the Port.
Some of your main responsibilities will include:
* Maintenance, repair and fault finding of electrical systems within the Port, including ship to shore cranes, straddle carriers, distribution networks, and lock gate infrastructure.
* Installation and maintenance of LV electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, and control circuits.
* Undertaking training as an Authorised Person for operating and maintaining HV distribution equipment.
* Developing an in-depth working knowledge of plant equipment and associated drawings to minimise downtime when repairs are required.
* Escalating any equipment damage to Supervisory staff and liaising with operational staff to inform of timescales for repairs.
* 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.
What we're looking for:
* You will be a time-served qualified Electrical Maintenance Technician with previous experience in a heavily industrialised environment.
* A good working knowledge of AC/DC control systems, PLCs, and HV/LV would also be advantageous.
* You will be a confident communicator and be able to develop good working relationships with all stakeholders across the business.
* The ability to work at height, in confined spaces, and in an outdoor environment is essential.
* Full UK driving licence.
What Forth Ports can offer you:
* 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.
We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician and want to be part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the ‘Apply Now’ link.
Required criteria
* Right to work in the UK
* Relevant electrical qualification
* Relevant Health and Safety training
* Demonstrated experience in a heavy engineering environment
* Experience of maintenance and repair of DC motor control equipment, AC motor starting equipment, 12/24 v DC control systems, automotive repairs, PLC controls, HV and LV network experience, LV cable joining
* Driving licence essential
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