Engineering Apprenticeship

Carry out reactive mechanical maintenance, diagnosing faults and repairing machinery and equipment as issues arise Perform planned and preventative maintenance to keep plant and equipment operating efficiently and reduce breakdowns Support the safe operation and integrity of plant and machinery, ensuring all work complies with ABP safety procedures and standards Maintain and service mechanical components, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, hydraulic systems, gearboxes, valves, bearings, and lifting equipment Assist with maintaining the reliability and performance of integrated plant systems across ports and terminals Conduct inspections, checks, and testing of equipment to identify wear, deterioration, or potential hazards Record and update maintenance documentation, logs, and reports to support compliance and traceability Work with engineering teams to support fault‑finding, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis Follow work instructions and engineering drawings to install, adjust, or replace mechanical parts Ensure all tasks meet quality, time, and budget requirements, balancing efficiency with high standards Contribute to maintaining efficient plant operation, ensuring assets are running smoothly to minimise downtime Take responsibility for the quality and safety of their own work and, where required, support the work of others

Training:

Engineering Maintenance Technician - Single Discipline Level 3.

You will complete 1- days of in-person learning at a college every week and be based on site the rest of the week working closely with a mentor. 

Training Outcome:

Engineering technician.  

Employer Description:

We continuously invest in the infrastructure, equipment and skills we need to handle a vast array of cargo safely, efficiently and sustainably. Our expert teams work collaboratively to build long-term partnerships and deliver the right supply chain solutions for our customers, including value-added services and brand new facilities tailored to suit their business needs. ABP also offers large areas of development land across a wide range of strategic port locations, capable of attracting investment and delivering transformational benefits for the economy both locally and nationally. As a vital part of the supply chains of businesses throughout the nation, our 21 ports support 200,000 jobs and contribute £15 billion to the economy every year, handling £157 billion of trade. ABP is dedicated to supporting the communities which rely on our ports. We are dedicated to serving our customers. We are dedicated to fulfilling our mission: Keeping Britain Trading.

Working Hours :
Initially working Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4pm, possible shift work required throughout the apprenticeship.

Skills:
Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness