The posting
Job Description
About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Electrical Mate to become an integral part of our Engineering Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of electrical systems, plant, equipment, and infrastructure within one of the UK's busiest and most important ports. Working alongside experienced technicians and specialists, you will help maintain, repair, and improve the Port's assets, ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
What you will be doing: • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on electrical systems, plant, and equipment. • Diagnosing faults and assisting with troubleshooting complex electrical and mechanical issues. • Testing, servicing, calibrating, and repairing electrical and electronic installations. • Supporting statutory inspections and completing maintenance records via the Port ERP system. • Working collaboratively with technicians, contractors, and stakeholders across the Port. • Ensuring all activities are completed in accordance with risk assessments, safe systems of work, and Health & Safety requirements. • Participating in emergency call-outs, overtime, standby rotas, or shift arrangements where required. • Supporting installation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we are looking for (Knowledge and Experience): Essential • Trade apprenticeship in an electrical discipline. • NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Electrical Maintenance. • Associated City & Guilds or EAL electrical qualifications. • Knowledge of BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations. • Experience working within industrial environments and workshops. • Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems. • Ability to understand and follow safe systems of work. • Good IT skills and experience completing maintenance records. • Full UK driving licence. Desirable • Experience creating and reviewing RAMS. • Fault diagnosis across electrical and mechanical systems. • Experience working with a broad range of industrial plant and equipment. • Knowledge of both commercial and domestic electrical installations.
About you, we are looking for someone who: • Can work independently with minimal supervision. • Remains calm and effective under pressure. • Has excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities. • Works collaboratively across teams and disciplines. • Has strong organisational and time-management skills. • Takes pride in delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently. • Acts as a positive ambassador for the Port of Dover and its values.
What we can offer: • Competitive salary. • Overtime opportunities. • Standby and 24/7 shift allowances where applicable. • Ongoing training and development. • Opportunities to expand technical knowledge and qualifications. • The chance to work within a unique and dynamic operational environment.
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
If you're looking for a varied, hands-on engineering role where no two days are the same, we would like to hear from you.
Hours of work: Monday – Friday 40hrs per week Salary: IRO £29k
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 offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 7 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: 11 December 2026 at 5pm
