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    Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Forth Ports Limited

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    About the role

    We have an exciting new opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our busy Engineering team based at the Port of Leith for 6 months.

    Joining the business during an exciting period of growth and working as part of our highly supportive and experienced Engineering team, this is an excellent opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical Fitter who is looking to play an integral role in the day to day operation of our Ports whilst advancing their career within the industry.

    This is a great opportunity to work with a wide range of machinery and plant equipment across the Port, where no two days will be the same.

    If you are have a mechanical background and are looking for a new challenge or looking to advance your career, we would love to hear from you. We would also consider someone from any other trade background who may be looking to extend and further development your skillset.

    Some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting with the maintenance, repair and fault finding of a variety of machinery and plant equipment within the Port; including forklift trucks, ship to shore cranes, industrial plant, lock date infrastructure and commercial vehicles
  • Developing an in depth working knowledge of plan equipment and associated drawings in order to minimise downtime when repairs take place
  • Reporting any damage or misuse to Supervisory staff and updating operational staff on timescales for repairs
  • What are we looking for?

    Essential

  • Previous experience in a mechanical discipline is essential
  • You should be comfortable working at height / outdoors
  • You must hold a full driving licence, valid in the UK
  • Preferred

  • SVQ in a mechanical discipline is preferred
  • Knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulics would be advantageous.
  • What can Forth Ports offer you?

    Here at Forth Ports our people are genuinely important to us, and creating a flexible, open and friendly working culture is something we are very proud of. We can offer you:

  • A competitive salary
  • Pension membership
  • Gym Flex Health Club Membership
  • A generous annual leave allowance
  • Free onsite car parking
  • Corporate discounts for a wide range of businesses UK wide including gym memberships, restaurants, car rental and holidays

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