Service Engineer, (Port Cranes)

Overview

In this role you will maintain and repair port crane equipment across UK coast, working closely with customers to ensure safe, reliable operation. You’ll travel as part of your duties and may spend extended periods away from home. You contribute to service excellence by diagnosing issues, performing installations and tests, and reporting findings clearly. The position sits within Port Services, supporting the company’s mission to provide dependable material handling solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid overtime
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Electrical and mechanical installation, commissioning, inspection, and testing of Port Solutions equipment (harbour cranes, straddle carriers)
• Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, drive technologies and PLCs in industrial settings
• Consulting with customers on repair and safety issues
• Producing accurate problem reports
• Completing inspection and examination documentation

Key requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 / HNC in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Working knowledge of hydraulics
• Siemens S7 desirable
• Good attention to detail
• Organised and self-motivated
• Computer proficiency including basic networking and diagnostics
• Familiarity with PUWER and LOLER
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work at height
• Willingness to spend periods away from home (up to two weeks)

• Good communication with customers
• Attention to detail
• Organised and self-motivated
• Electrical and mechanical installation, commissioning, inspection and testing
• Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, drive technologies and PLCs
• Hydraulics knowledge

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