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 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 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 in order to minimise downtime when repairs are required.
* Escalating any equipment damage to Supervisory staff and liaise with operational staff to inform of timescales for repairs.
* Implementing best practice maintenance techniques to improve reliability and 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 and have previous experience of working within 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.
* As our working environment comprises quaysides, warehouses and other Port buildings, therefore 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 and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
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 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
Skills Needed
About The Company
Over our 50 years of experience, we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies.
The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.
Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long-term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Company Culture
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.
A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development.
The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast-paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Company Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.
Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports:
* Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme
Salary
£40,574.00 per year
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