Mechanical Fitter

About us

Forth Ports Limited is a dynamic and multimodal ports owner and operator, offering a wide range of diverse port related services to help connect the UK with Europe and the rest of the world. We have been operating successfully for over 50 years, and through continued growth and investment, we are now the third largest port operator in the UK. Witnessing our ports develop to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies is something we are incredibly proud of.

With just over 1,300 employees, we know that our people are at the crux of what we do which is why we are focussed on, and committed to, finding and retaining good people

About the role

This is a great opportunity for a capable and enthusiastic Mechanical Fitter to join our busy engineering team at the Port of Grangemouth.

Some of your responsibilities will include –

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance work on mechanical equipment in compliance with company and statutory procedures. Equipment includes lock gates, ship to shore cranes, straddle carriers and a variety of port plant and equipment

• Detailed job planning and recording for all engineering maintenance and repair activities.

• Fault diagnosis and problem-solving to ensure that all equipment is in good working order for use as required.

• Implementing best practice maintenance techniques to improve reliability efficiency.

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure equipment is maintained for efficient plant operation.

This position involves shift working where you will work day and rotational shifts as part of your shift roster. A shift allowance will be paid for this in addition to your basic salary.

You should also have a flexible approach to your working hours as regular overtime and participation in an on-call arrangement is a part of the role.

What are we looking for?

• You must be a time served qualified Mechanical Fitter and have previous experience of working within a heavily industrialised environment.

• Good working knowledge of mechanical equipment ideally with experience of working with diesel engines, rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, auto lubrication systems or electro/hydraulic disc brakes.

• You will be a confident communicator and be able to develop good working relationships with all Departments.

• As our working environment comprises quaysides, warehouses and other Port buildings the ability to work at height, in confined spaces and in an outdoors environment is essential.

• Full UK driving licence.

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 and life assurance cover

• A generous annual leave allowance

• Free car parking

• Corporate discounts for a wide range of businesses UK wide including Gym memberships, restaurants, car rentals & holidays

• Onsite employee occupational health support and wellbeing initiatives

What you will need

Required criteria

• Right to work in the UK
• Relevant mechanical qualification. HNC in Mechanical discipline
• Relevant Health and Safety training
• Experience in heavy mechanical engineering environment

Forth Ports Group

"As sure as the tide " - 50 years and counting – delivering outstanding results, on all manner of projects. Customers from around the world rely on our expertise to realise their ambitions.

Our benefits

We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance. Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.