Mate (Electrical) - Dover, United Kingdom - Port of Dover

Port of Dover

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Dover, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

The Port of Dover is closing the gap every day between the UK and the world by connecting trade, travel, visitors and communities locally-globally, collaborating with local and international partners to create a more seamless, sustainable and tech-enabled port.

As the UK's busiest international ferry port and a vital gateway for the movement of people and trade, Dover handles £144 billion of trade per year, 33% of UK trade in goods with the EU and welcomes over 11 million passengers.

Dover is also an award-winning cruise port, delivering world class travel and visitor experiences to the most prestigious cruise lines.

With a growing and diversifying cargo business operating from state-of-the-art facilities, a brand-new marina which is a major feature of the exciting waterfront development, and opportunities for further expansion in the future, Dover's proud history dating back 400 years has a new modern twist.

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Job Summary
You will be an integral part in the function of the Engineering Maintenance Team.

Assisting the Management team in ensuring that the Boards assets are maintained and repaired effectively, efficiently and to the appropriate standards of safety.

You will assist the Electrical Technicians in carrying out all aspects of improvement, maintenance and repair works to the Boards assets within the teams particular area of expertise.

This will require a degree of technical knowledge over a wide range of engineering plant, equipment, and installations.

To be able to carry out this work to a very high standard, working on ones own initiative and with minimum supervision is essential.

To service, test, diagnose, repair, and calibrate electrical and electronic installations, plant, and equipment.

Skills and Qualifications

Have a basic understanding of electrical principles and working practices
Previous experience working on industrial electrical systems and components, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks
Ability to understand and follow safe systems of work
Good standard of IT literacy
Hold a valid UK driving licence
You will also be exposed at times to unpleasant working conditions, which will include working outside in all weathers

Benefits:

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
Generous contributory pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Free Parking
Employee volunteering scheme

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.

We are happy to discuss flexible working where possible.