About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our Engineering Maintenance team at the Port of Dover.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring our wide range of port assets are maintained, repaired, and operating safely and efficiently. You will be working in the Transport team maintaining HGV, Mobile and Harbour Mobile Cranes, Forklift trucks, Telehandlers, vehicles and other mobile plant and equipment. You will also be expected to have a basic knowledge of the Ports other assets including Linkspans, Dock Gates, and Mooring equipment.
You will bring strong technical expertise, the ability to diagnose and resolve complex faults, and a proactive, can-do approach to problem solving.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, varied engineering environment and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team then this is the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
• Carry out maintenance, repair and improvement work across a broad range of port assets
• Diagnose faults on complex equipment and implement effective solutions
• Deliver both planned preventative and reactive maintenance
• Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation (manual or electronic)
• Conduct statutory inspections and report findings via the Port’s ERP system
• Work closely with colleagues to identify recurring faults and recommend improvements
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety standards and risk assessments
• Act as lead/coordinator on smaller projects when required
• Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and other departments
• Support and mentor colleagues and apprentices
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
• Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline, ideally in a transport or plant environment to (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience
• Experience with HGV, Heavy Plant, mobile hydraulic systems,
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience reviewing and creating RAMS
• Good IT literacy
• Full UK driving licence
• Welding/fabrication experience (desirable)
Working Environment
This is a physically demanding role where you will:
• Work in varied conditions including noise, weather exposure, and heavy-duty environments
• Be required to work additional hours, including overtime and emergency callouts
• Participate in a standby rota or 24/7 shift rota once fully trained
Why Join Us?
At the Port of Dover, you’ll be part of a vital operation at the heart of the UK’s trade and travel network. We offer:
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for training and career development
• A role where no two days are the same
• The chance to make a real impact on critical infrastructure
Benefits
Hours of work: Monday – Friday 40hrs per week
Salary: IRO £42k per annum
All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.
Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.
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.
All applications are reviewed by our team — we do not use AI for screening.
Closing date: 29 July 2026 at 5pm
The Port of Dover is the UK's busiest international ferry port and a vital gateway for the movement of people and trade. It is also an award-winning cruise port, hosting an array of the world's most prestigious cruise lines. With a growing and diversifying cargo business operating from state-of-the-art facilities, a brand-new marina and exciting waterfront development, Dover is connecting trade, travel, visitors and communities locally-globally.
The Port of Dover is leading the field in decarbonisation, driving innovation, delivering resilience and building a port that will herald a new era of seamless, smart and sustainable travel.
And we are doing it in partnership – collaborating locally, nationally, and internationally to exchange the very best ideas and continually improve each and every day for the businesses that rely on us, the people that work for us and the communities that live alongside us.
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