Freightliner
Crane Maintenance Engineer (Engineering Technician A)
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Crane Maintenance Engineer (Engineering Technician Grade A)
Company Overview
Freightliner is a leading UK intermodal logistics provider, offering rail, road, and terminal solutions that connect ports, inland terminals, and customer destinations across the UK. Through innovation, safety, and sustainability, Freightliner delivers reliable, efficient, and lower-carbon supply chain solutions for its customers.
Job Title
Crane Maintenance Engineer (Engineering Technician Grade A)
Location
Dock Gate 20, Southampton
Salary
£38,960 per annum (for 35 hours basic) plus shift premium and overtime. (OTE £60k)
Position Type
Permanent, full-time.
Hours of Work
12-hour shifts (6am–6pm or 6pm–6am) on a rotating two-week schedule:
- Week 1: 3 shifts
- Week 2: 4 shifts
This rota includes day and night shifts, as well as weekend working.
This role is a Safety Critical position.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage, maintain, and carry out all designated engineering activities which include Rail Mounted Gantry cranes and plant equipment. Ensuring that business requirements are met, and operational availability of assets are fully maximized.
- Organize and carry out the company’s program of engineering examinations, maintenance events, fault finding, diagnostic checking, and repairs of company assets in accordance with the company’s maintenance instructions and procedures.
- Update and maintain accurate and comprehensive records of maintenance, defect, and repair information.
- Fully utilize Freightliner IT systems relevant to the scope of your work.
- Participate in the training and development of new recruits and apprentices.
- Work flexibly within skillset, training, and competencies with no job restrictions and give assistance with tasks as directed.
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The role is a 30/70 split, predominantly electrical.
Key Requirements
- A qualification and experience from an electrical apprenticeship or NVQ3 equivalent.
- Must have AC/DC motor and drives experience.
- Must have PLC experience – Siemens S7, CODESYE.
- Mechanical skillset/ability would be beneficial in this role.
- Must hold a full UK driving license.
- Have an ability to work at height.
- Have a flexible approach and can-do attitude.
- Be health and safety conscious.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive pension schemes, paid breaks, and free parking.
- Career Development and Progression: Regular training and career advancement opportunities to support your professional development. We offer access to a range of external courses and in-house training sessions for skill enhancement and role confidence.
- Award-Winning Safety Culture: Be part of an environment recognized for excellence and innovation.
- Generous Family Friendly Provision: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Employee Well-being and Support: Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 24/7, employee benefits platform offering discounts on gym membership, money off vouchers for a variety of brands and shops, cycle to work scheme.
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Successful applicants will be subject to a Safety Critical medical, which will include a Drugs and Alcohol screening and will need to provide a satisfactory DBS check.
Our commitment to you, once you join our team, is to foster growth and provide developmental opportunities to ensure you reach your utmost potential. We are looking for the most committed and reliable individuals who possess the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for their roles.
In return, we can offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a competitive pension scheme, and a rewarding career in an award-winning team.
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