Mechanical Shift Technician – Port Operations

SeeMeHired.com; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Bonus

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme with 16.5% employer + 4

Job summary

Forth Ports in Tilbury is seeking Mechanical Shift Technicians to join the LCTE Engineering team at Port of Tilbury. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on terminal equipment, performing scheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis, and mechanical and electrical repairs to maximise equipment availability.

The role requires working at height, using approved access equipment, and adhering to permit-to-work procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications

• ONC or HNC in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, or engineering related)
• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills across industrial and mobile plant
• Fault-finding and diagnostic experience with hydraulic systems
• Experience working with diesel engine power units
• Good understanding of preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair container cranes, straddle carriers, and other terminal equipment across electrical and mechanical disciplines
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Work under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment
• Ensure all maintenance is completed safely and to a high standard
• Record maintenance activities, inspections, faults, and repairs accurately
• Communicate with Shift Supervisors and Engineering Management about equipment condition and progress
• Support equipment reliability through fault investigation and inspections
• Operate and inspect plant and equipment safely, including MEWPs and cranes
• Maintain housekeeping and lubrication standards in workshops and on equipment
• Adhere to health, safety, environmental, and security policies
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering colleagues to support safe operations
• Be flexible to shift patterns and overtime as required
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by Line Manager

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Mechanical safety

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Preventative maintenance

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Volvo Penta power units

Sisu power units

Hot works (welding/cutting/burning)

Mechanical fabrication and turning

Wire rope inspection

Job description

Forth Ports in Tilbury is seeking Mechanical Shift Technicians to join the LCTE Engineering team at Port of Tilbury. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance on terminal equipment, performing scheduled maintenance, fault diagnosis, and mechanical and electrical repairs to maximise equipment availability.

The role requires working at height, using approved access equipment, and adhering to permit-to-work procedures and safety standards.