At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance, fault diagnostics, and installation on port equipment like cranes and machinery.
- Company: ABP is the UK's largest ports operator, handling a quarter of the UK's seaborne trade.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, contributory pension, private healthcare, and discounts with retailers.
- Other info: Position based in Newport; medical screening required before starting.
- Why this job: Join a growing business critical to UK trade and thrive in an inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Apprentice-trained Electrician with experience in heavy industry and port equipment maintenance.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year. 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 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 a skilled Electrical Technician to join our engineering team in Newport. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll support the maintenance and development of critical port infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient operations across a dynamic environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Carry out inspection, maintenance, fault diagnostics, and installation work in line with legislation and company standards.
- Maintain cranes, machinery, ship locks, sluices, and associated port equipment.
- Work on low voltage (LV) electrical distribution systems.
- Support maintenance and installation across buildings, workshops, and office facilities.
- Perform testing and inspection of electrical and electronic equipment.
What We’re Looking For:
- Apprentice‑trained Electrician.
- Experience in maintenance and breakdowns within heavy industry.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Flexible and proactive approach.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Experience or comfortable working at height & confined spaces.
- Experience with port equipment (e.g. cranes, quayside/mobile plant).
- 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 Programme, and a wide range of discounts and cashback 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.
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 undertakes random screening for substance abuse and operates 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.
Electrical Technician in Newport employer: Associated British Ports
ABP operates 21 ports across Britain, contributing £7.5 billion to the economy. Employees benefit from a supportive environment with an in-house training academy for skill development. The Newport location offers a dynamic workplace focused on safety and innovation.
