We’re recruiting Engineers to join our London Thamesport team.
We are growing our Engineering Team with the addition of two Shift Technicians.
Working alongside our existing technicians, Inspectors and under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for providing essential site support for business-critical vessel operations, providing general maintenance to Port Plant and machinery.
The successful candidate will be qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering at a minimum of NVQ Level 3. Have experience of diagnosing and fixing issues with HGV plant, specifically RTG’s TUGS/IMVS, Quay Cranes. Be suitably assured in driving for all engineering plant, required to complete service and repairs, Mobile elevating work platforms. Be an excellent communicator and have a pro-active approach to personal and professional development, keeping up to date with the latest technical knowledge, equipment and systems.
You will be required to work fixed 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule as follows: 4 days on, 4 days off, followed by 5 days on, 5 days off.
Shifts will run between 06:00 and 22:00, Monday to Sunday.
On weekends, if operational demands allow, shifts may finish at 18:00
Please take a look at our applicant pack, and job description below for a full description of the role, as well as the full requirements.
The Recruitment Process - What is involved?
Our recruitment process has been designed for you to easily apply and highlight the best of your skills, expertise and personal attributes. We want you to be prepared, confident and the best version of you for this role. Our recruitment process involves the redaction of each candidate’s identifiable information, leaving their skills, experience and answers to the competency questions to be assessed.
1. Complete your online application on our website. Please read the information about the role carefully and provide as much relevant information about yourself as possible and the transferable skills in relation to the role.
2. Applications will be redacted removing any personal or identifiable data prior to being sent over to the hiring managers.
3. Upon review of your application, you may be selected for interview. The recruitment team will contact you to arrange this. The interview will involve a Scenario based task and a competency-based interview. There will also be a practical element where you will be asked to identify some items, describing what they are, what they would be used for, where they would be found.
4. After the interviews we will be in touch as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful.
Hutchison Ports is committed to creating and developing an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants and encourage discussion about flexible working opportunities. We offer a supportive, community environment and have been awarded Chartered status by Women In Maritime. We have our own Women’s Network, offer leadership, mentoring and role specific training.