Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician

The Bristol Port Company have an exciting opportunity for Mechanical Fixed Plant Technicians to join the team.

Location: Avonmouth/Royal Portbury Dock, Bristol, BS11 9DQ

Salary: c£44,800 per annum plus supplements (up to £5,674), benefits and overtime

About Us:

As one of the UK’s major ports, The Bristol Port Company provides the full range of warehousing, logistics and distribution services. Established in 1991, the Port now employs over 600 people and has invested over £600 million in infrastructure, equipment and its workforce. Bristol Port is a key national asset and a major economic driver for the South West region; the Company and businesses on the Port Estate contribute more than £1 billion to UK GDP.

Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician – The Role:

We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced technicians to work on ship to shore cranes and fully automated bulk handling systems in order to maximise operational availability for ship loading/unloading activities. This role is based on a flexible shift pattern.

Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - You will be required to:

- Complete planned, corrective, and reactive maintenance work in a number of different environments

- Liaise with operations to prioritise rectification of unserviceable machinery using fault finding diagnostic methodologies and equipment; minimising reactive maintenance

- Ensure completion of documentation including daily logs and maintenance work orders

- Carry out duties with due care and attention, adhering to our Health & Safety Policy and HSE regulations

- Uphold the highest standards and practices in mechanical work

- Demonstrate commitment to multi-skilled activity and team work

- Demonstrate an excellent attitude to our continuous improvement culture and bring new ideas to the team to enable smarter working, rather than harder working

- You should also bring a flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to commit to a range of shifts, including regular weekends and paid overtime

- The minimum qualification for this role is NVQ3 in a relevant discipline

Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician – You:

- Ideally, you will be qualified to HNC level in a suitable Engineering subject or equivalent qualification, or be a time-served apprentice in a relevant trade

- You will have previous experience working with large gearboxes, couplings, motors and conveyor belting systems

- You will have the ability to work with Computer Maintenance Management Systems via handheld tablets

- You must be able to work as part of a small team and progress projects on an individual basis

- You will have a good head for heights and a flexible attitude in order to meet the demands of a busy Port, which operates on a 24/7 basis

- You will be required to work regular weekends and overtime

- A full driving licence and your own transport are essential

In return, you can look forward to opportunities to progress your career within a dynamic family-orientated private company, along with an excellent range of benefits including pension contribution, profit related pay, subsidised canteen, on site gym and GP service and 25 days’ holiday per year. 

Please be aware; due to the nature of the role, only candidates eligible to both live and work in the UK will be considered for the role. No sponsorship or relocation packages will be offered for this role.

To submit your application for this exciting Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now!