Carry out mechanical maintenance on airbridges, cranes, vehicle ramps, pumps, and associated infrastructure
Provide support and mentorship to Semi-Skilled Engineers and Apprentices
Undertake work across the candidate’s trade and other disciplines or contractors when appropriately trained or capable
Carry out pre-emptive and reactive maintenance to keep port assets and infrastructure operational
Respond to preventative inspection and servicing requirements
Report to the Team Leader
Participate in an on‑call rota to provide out‑of‑hours support
Work a 39‑hour week with standard hours Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:00pm and Friday 7:30am–3:00pm
Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Time served with an engineering qualification
- Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on Mobile Harbour Cranes and airbridges
- Capable of fault‑finding in electrical or mechanical plant and equipment
- Understanding of schematics
- Confident working at height or around water
- Flexible to work call‑out requirements and participate in a call‑out roster
- Solid understanding of engineering/maintenance in the port industry
- Knowledge of diesel‑powered generator sets
- Familiarity with Siemens PLC units
- Multi‑skilled experience across a range of industrial facilities
- Experience of COMPEX
- Solid understanding of hydraulic systems, including working from schematics
- Willingness to undergo random substance‑abuse screening
- Medical required before starting
- Successful candidates subject to BPSS pre‑employment screening
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in mechanical maintenance, particularly in planned preventative and reactive maintenance for port infrastructure, including Mobile Harbour Cranes and airbridges. Capable of fault‑finding and working with hydraulic systems and electrical schematics, while providing mentorship to junior engineers.
Highest‑signal resume keywords
- Level 3 NVQ In Mechanical Engineering
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Reactive Maintenance
- Fault-Finding In Electrical Or Mechanical Plant
- Understanding Of Schematics
Hard Skills
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Reactive Maintenance
- Fault‑Finding
- Hydraulic Systems
- Diesel‑Powered Generator Sets
- Siemens PLC Units
- COMPEX
- Multi‑Skilled Experience
- Working From Schematics
Soft Skills
- Mentorship
- Flexibility
- Confidence Working At Height
Certifications & Qualifications
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Engineering Qualification
Industry Keywords
- Port Industry
- Mobile Harbour Cranes
- Airbridges
- On‑Call Rota
- Substance‑Abuse Screening
- BPSS Pre‑Employment Screening
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Mechanical Fitter in Southampton employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
