Workshop Engineer

Cldn; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Liverpool is looking for a Workshop Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing terminal equipment and ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures. Candidates should have at least a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification in Engineering and previous experience with heavy plant. This role offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as pension schemes and life assurance. The application should include a CV and cover letter sent to the provided email address.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Cover

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of City & Guilds Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working with heavy plant and machinery required.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, clean, and repair all terminal equipment.
• Follow scheduled maintenance and inspection plans.
• Record details of inspections and repairs both digitally and on paper.

Skills

Good work ethic

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Engineering Practice

Tools

Bespoke IT programs

Microsoft systems

Job description

Overview

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay-to-quay and door-to-door logistics solutions. Founded in 1929, CLdN ensures reliable, cost-effective transport that links the major economic areas of Europe. With 30 ships and more than 200 sailings a week, CLdN provides shortsea connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia and offers the lowest CO2 footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a Europe-wide reach using CLdN’s extensive network of ships, terminals and equipment. CLdN’s 3,000 employees ensure that it fulfills its mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links.

CLdN Ports Liverpool wish to recruit a Workshop Engineer to work within our busy workshop and expanding Ro-Ro Terminal. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and have a flexible, professional and pro-active approach to work.

The role

• To service, inspect, clean and repair all terminal equipment including terminal tractors, forklift trucks, goosenecks and any other associated port equipment.
• You will follow scheduled maintenance and inspection plans within the guidelines of the individual port equipment.
• To produce high quality repairs to all equipment ensuring policy compliance, correct application of repair procedures and engineering principles.
• You will be required to clearly and correctly record any details of inspections and repairs carried out to any machinery both digitally and on paper.
• Liaise with Terminal Managers and Supervisors on the maintenance activities of equipment to minimise disturbance to operations.
• To embrace the development and introduction of policies and procedures to improve expenditure, efficiency and safety of the engineering department.
• To book out any parts used and order any non-stock items as required and authorised.
• Assist in conducting training and development of apprentices and / or inexperienced fitters.
• Ensure all tools utilised in the workshop are safe and serviceable, highlighting any problems to the Workshop Management.
• To be flexible and dynamic in your work ethic and approach to meet demand.
• You will also be required to use various/ bespoke IT programs.

Your profile

• Qualified to a minimum of City & Guilds Level 3 in an Engineering practice or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or have equivalent experience of working on a Port Terminal.
• It is important that you have a good work ethic with good organisational skills and a positive approach to working safely.
• You will have previous experience in a similar role working with heavy plant and machinery.
• It is essential that you have a pro-active approach towards problem solving, workload and time management with a good knowledge of Health and Safety.
• You will have good interpersonal and communication skills as well as proficiency with bespoke and Microsoft systems
• Ability to prioritise workload whilst working to tight timescales in accordance with company policies.
• You must be able to work within a team.
• A flexible approach to work is necessary as you will be expected to cover when required.
• Must be willing to undertake any duties that may arise to contribute to the day-to-day running of the workshop.

Our offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance Cover

Contact

Are you interested in learning more about this position or do you want to apply? Do not hesitate to send your CV with a cover letter to [e-mail] with reference Workshop Engineer - Liverpool.

Closing date for applications is 17.00hrs on Friday 14th February 2025