Engineering Technician (Electrical)

Associated British Ports; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension from day one (3%/

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

26 days annual leave

Discounts/cash back with retailers

Training academy and development

Job summary

Associated British Ports is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain, repair and improve electrical systems across the port estate, ensuring equipment availability and safe operations.

You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to installations and improvements while keeping detailed records. The role offers a path for skill development within a large UK ports network.

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven electrical maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• 18th Edition electrical qualification is essential.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults on port plant and equipment.
• Undertake installations, refurbishments, modifications and improvement projects.
• Complete maintenance records and work orders accurately through the maintenance management system.
• Assist with inspections, audits and compliance activities.
• Provide engineering support during breakdowns and operational requirements.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

Health & safety

Work at height

Diagnostics

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent

18th Edition Electrical Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Maintenance management system

Job description

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.

Why should you work for ABP?

• Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade.
• Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
• You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected
• Receive a competitive salary and benefits package
• Get support for training, personal development, and further education
• Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

We are looking for an Electrical Technician, and you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair and improvement of electrical systems across the port estate. You'll play a key role in ensuring equipment availability, minimising downtime and supporting safe port operations.

Shift Pattern: 39 hours Monday to Friday on days ( to one hour lunch then to )

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults on port plant and equipment.
• Undertake installations, refurbishments, modifications and improvement projects.
• Complete maintenance records and work orders accurately through the maintenance management system.
• Assist with inspections, audits and compliance activities.
• Provide engineering support during breakdown situations and operational requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Time-served Electrician with an engineering qualification such as NVQ/SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, ONC, HNC or equivalent
• Proven electrical maintenance and fault-finding experience
• Strong understanding of health & safety practices
• Ability to work at height and in a demanding industrial environment
• Experience using diagnostic and testing equipment
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Flexible approach to working hours and travel when required
• 18th Edition Electrical Qualification

The role comes with a competitive salary, a contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% with a 2% company match up to 18%), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and increasing with service), a wide range of discounts/cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with a very training strong academy that offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.