Engineering Apprentice

Learn a range of skills from some small electronics and mechanical works, through to general electrical maintenance and installation and high voltage inspections. Will also learn much larger mechanical maintenance and installations including engines and generators.
Use your hydraulics knowledge to replace rams and control solenoids
Experience inspection of crane components operating on 6600 volts.

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training Outcome:

We would recruit apprentices who have successfully completed their apprenticeship training where possible. 

Employer Description:
We are at the heart of Britain’s trading future, providing the right trading infrastructure, smart logistical solution. We are one of the UK’s largest container terminals providing cargo handling services to some of the largest container ships in the world. The company is owned by Dubai Ports, one of the largest marine terminal operating groups in the world. We provide our customers with fast, reliable and secure services to move containers through the strategically located port of Southampton. We operate 15 quay container cranes, 84 straddle carriers, 8 empty container handlers, and a fleet of small vehicles on a 24/7 and 363 days per annum basis. It is the role of the engineering team to ensure that this equipment is kept operational and able to meet performance requirements. We are dedicated to productivity and customer service and employs many talented individuals who we are proud to support and deliver the high standard of service and quality expected within the industry. We currently employ approximately 660 employees and use around 250 permanently assigned contract stevedores to support our growing business.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 & Monday - Friday 07:30 - 16:30

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working