Electrician

Associated British Ports; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts & cashback

In-house training academy

Job summary

Associated British Ports in Southampton is seeking an Electrical Technician to join our team, keeping vital port infrastructure running safely and efficiently. This hands-on role covers planned and reactive maintenance across electrical systems, cranes, lighting, buildings and street lighting, in a fast-paced port environment.

You’ll work a 39-hour week with early shifts and participate in an on-call rota with paid call-outs and overtime. A strong safety culture and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified to 18th Edition IEE Regulations is essential.
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or working towards.
• 2391/2394/2395 testing & inspection qualification or progress toward.
• Knowledge of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver proactive maintenance to support smooth port operations.
• Maintain assets including fire alarm, emergency lighting, cranes, buildings, lighting.
• Diagnose faults and repair using electrical schematics.
• Maintain motors, drives, PLCs and control systems.
• Provide breakdown cover and on-call support, with paid call-outs.
• Work at height and near water as part of the role.

Skills

18th Edition IEE Regulations

City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical

2391/2394/2395 testing & inspection

Fire alarm & emergency lighting

Full UK driving licence

On-call readiness

Working at height around water

Team player

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or working towards)

2391/2394/2395 testing & inspection (or working towards)

Job description

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We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 19 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there.We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

We’re looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team at the Port of Southampton, helping to keep vital port infrastructure and operations running safely and efficiently.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll provide planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of port assets and equipment in a fast‑paced, operational environment. From electrical systems to large‑scale port infrastructure, your work will be essential to keeping our port moving.

The role is based on a 39‑hour working week, with standard hours of Monday to Thursday 7:30am–4:00pm and Friday 7:30am–3:00pm, alongside participation in an on‑call rota to provide out‑of‑hours support, where call‑outs attract a minimum 4‑hour payment, with additional hours paid at overtime rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a proactive maintenance service to support smooth port operations
• Carry out maintenance on a variety of assets, including:
  • Fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
  • Mobile harbour cranes and port equipment
  • Commercial and industrial buildings
  • Street lighting and high mast systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs using electrical schematics
• Maintain and repair motors, drives, PLCs and control systems
• Provide breakdown cover and support operational requirements, including out‑of‑hours work
• Work at height and in environments close to water

About You
Essential:

• Qualified to 18th Edition IEE Regulations
• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering (or working towards)
• 2391 or 2394/2395 testing & inspection (or working towards)
• Knowledge of fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexible approach, including on‑call and out‑of‑hours work
• Confident working at height and around water
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in‑house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.

Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero‑tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.

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