Multi skilled fitter (Engineer) – Port of Boston
Working within the Ports Engineering department, out on site and in the workshop, reporting to the Engineering Manager.
The role & main duties
- Repairing, maintaining & servicing all types of plant, machinery & equipment including forklifts, tractor unit / shunters, cranes
- Work on your own and with colleagues to find and diagnose faults using hand tools or computers
- Advise the Engineering Manager of repairs required to plant, machinery & equipment including costs where applicable
- Highlight any problematic plant and equipment that is continually problematic and may be better suited to replacement rather than repairing
- Maintain records of each machine or vehicle including any work performed
- Operate & use all tools and machinery required in a safe and competent manner and to follow the relevant safe systems of work and control measures within risk assessments
- Test vehicles to check if repairs are required or if repairs have been effective
- Actively identify any changes in working practice that could lead to safety and/or efficiency improvements
This role may be suitable for: Agricultural Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Mechanical Fitter
Required
- 5 years’ experience working with plant & equipment in particular forklifts
- Experience in fault finding on a variety of plant, equipment and vehicles
- Ability to adapt and learn new skills
- Mechanical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering Qualification
- Full UK driving license
- Positive mindset and a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Proficient in use of IT equipment e.g. smartphone
Preferred
- 3a & 3b Working Platforms (Cherry Picker / MEWP)
- Experience with maintenance on heavy plant and machinery e.g. 360 material handlers and/or cranes
Working hours
- Standard working hours Monday to Friday 40 hours (0700 to 1530 hrs with a 30 minute lunch)
- Paid tea break in morning
- Requirement to be part of an on call rota (currently 1 in every 4 weeks), providing emergency breakdown cover. This is generally only 1 or 2 times during an ‘on-call’ week.
Benefits
- Negotiable competitive basic salary depending on skills, experience and qualifications
- Regular overtime available after 40 hours at 1.5x basic rate and overtime paid for attending site out of hours when ‘on call’
- Bonus payment per week of ‘on-call rota’
Additional information
The application process is simple:
- Submit CV via Indeed & a brief cover letter (maximum half an A4 page)
- CV Screening
- 1x in person Interview
- Selection & Offer
Please note that random screening is undertaken for substance abuse and a zero-tolerance policy is operated. A pre-employment medical & questionnaire may be required after acceptance of job offer due to the physical nature of the role.
Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified persons regardless of background which helps to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
The Port of Boston is the biggest of 5 ports in the Victoria Group UK. More information can be found at: https://www.victoriagroup.co.uk/about-us/port-of-boston/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £39,886.00-£50,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Wyberton PE21 6BN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Forklift: 5 years (preferred)
Language:
- English fluently (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- mechanical engineering or electrical qualification (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
