Mechanical Technician

Associated British Ports; Shaldon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension (3% employee, 5%

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts & cashback

In-house training academy

Job summary

Associated British Ports in Teignmouth is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to support the maintenance and reliability of port infrastructure. This is a hands-on role working on cranes, machinery and buildings to ensure safe port operations.

The position operates on a rotating shift pattern (06:00–14:30 and 08:30–17:00) with weekend availability as needed. An apprentice-trained fitter with heavy industry experience, teamwork and a full UK driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Mechanical Fitter with heavy industry maintenance experience.
• Experience with inspections, fault diagnostics and servicing.
• Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with port equipment (mobile cranes, loading shovels).

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspection, maintenance, fault diagnostics and installation work in line with current legislation and company standards.
• Maintain cranes, machinery and port equipment.
• Maintain port buildings, including transit sheds, offices, and workshop machinery.
• Complete scheduled servicing and report defects.

Skills

Apprentice-trained Mechanical Fitter

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

• 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 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’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician to support the maintenance and reliability of port infrastructure in Teignmouth. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll work on a wide range of assets, helping to ensure safe and efficient port operations.

Shift pattern: The role operates on a rotating shift pattern of 06:00–14:30 and 08:30–17:00, with weekend availability required depending on operational and engineering demand.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out inspection, maintenance, fault diagnostics, and installation work in line with current legislation and company standards
• Maintain cranes, machinery, and port equipment
• Maintain port buildings, including transit sheds, offices, and workshop machinery
• Complete scheduled servicing and report defects

What We’re Looking For

• Apprentice‑trained Mechanical Fitter
• Experience in maintenance and breakdowns within heavy industry
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience or comfortable working at height and in confined spaces
• Experience with port equipment (e.g. mobile cranes, loading shovels)
• Background in port or industrial engineering environments

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 cashback with high‑street and online retailers, and an inclusive work environment with an in‑house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.