Engineering Technician - MPE

DP World; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Southampton is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to join our Engineering team, responsible for planned maintenance, fault finding and repairs across port equipment and infrastructure to keep assets safe, reliable and operational.

You will work across mechanical and electrical systems, interpret drawings, and support apprentices while contributing to continuous improvement within a safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and corrective maintenance across port equipment and infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and complete effective repairs to minimise downtime.
• Maintain and inspect equipment including power systems, barriers, lighting and generators.
• Work across workshops and asset groups to meet business requirements.
• Apply mechanical and/or electrical expertise across hydraulic, pneumatic, control and PLC systems.
• Interpret drawings and maintenance documentation to support fault finding and repairs.
• Record defects and maintenance activities using company systems.
• Work safely following permit-to-work, isolation, PPE and environmental procedures.
• Support projects and continuous improvement to enhance reliability and maintenance performance.
• Coach and develop apprentices and junior technicians.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Independence

Communication

IT literacy

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds/BTEC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Electrical testing tools

Job description

DP World are recruiting for an experienced and technically skilled Engineering Technician to join our Engineering team in Southampton. This role is responsible for carrying out planned maintenance, fault finding, and repairs across a wide range of port equipment and infrastructure, ensuring assets remain safe, reliable, and operational. The successful candidate will work across multiple asset types and operational areas, using their mechanical and/or electrical expertise to support a fast-paced port environment.

How you will contribute

• Carry out planned preventative and corrective maintenance across a range of port equipment, including cranes, straddle carriers, reach stackers, trailers, and terminal infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and complete effective repairs to minimise equipment downtime and support operational performance.
• Maintain and inspect equipment including reefer points, power distribution systems, barriers, lighting, generators, and other site infrastructure.
• Work across different workshops, asset groups, and operational areas in line with business requirements.
• Apply mechanical and/or electrical expertise across a range of systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, control, and PLC-based equipment where competent.
• Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and maintenance documentation to support fault finding and repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support the wider Engineering team to maintain operational continuity.
• Record defects, maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs accurately using company maintenance systems.
• Work safely in accordance with company procedures, including permit-to-work, safe isolation, PPE, and environmental requirements.
• Operate authorised plant and equipment where trained and competent, including supporting maintenance activities in challenging environments such as working at height or in confined spaces.
• Support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance performance.
• Share technical knowledge with colleagues and support the development of apprentices and junior technicians through coaching and guidance.

What you will bring

• Recognised apprenticeship or qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, such as NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent.
• Previous experience maintaining heavy plant, industrial equipment, port equipment, or infrastructure systems.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills across mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Experience working within safety-critical or industrial environments.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider Engineering team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise maintenance activities.
• Flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to work across different asset types and operational areas.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality maintenance work.
• IT literate with experience using maintenance management systems.
• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, control, PLC, or high/low-voltage systems would be advantageous.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times, promoting high standards of safety, professionalism, and teamwork.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self‑development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.The DP World family comprises of Syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE

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DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26342
• Job Category General Finance Management
• Posting Date 08/14/2026, 12:49 PM
• Locations Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom