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Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 30 - 32 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical / Electrical Technician – Field Service (Naval)
Location: Portsmouth (Contractor)
Reporting to: Field Service Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical / Electrical Technician to join a Field Service Team based in Portsmouth. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-profile and demanding military environment, supporting Naval taskings primarily in the Portsmouth area, with occasional travel to other UK sites as required.

You will play a key role within the Field Service team, supporting a range of Naval vessels and contributing to additional projects across the Industry, Marine, and Offshore sectors. This position offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work on advanced power conversion equipment in a dynamic operational setting.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Field Service Engineering Manager, you will be a pivotal member of the Portsmouth team, ensuring the smooth and professional delivery of all associated processes and tasks. You will work both on-site and aboard customer vessels, supporting installation, maintenance, refurbishment, and repair activities.

Key Responsibilities

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    Comply with all Company and Customer EHS policies and procedures.

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    Follow defined procedures to build, refurbish, or repair power conversion equipment sub-assemblies.

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    Inspect supplied equipment prior to delivery, in storage, and following installation.

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    Carry out planned maintenance before, during, and after commissioning.

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    Attend customer vessels to conduct planned maintenance and assist Field Engineers with breakdowns.

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    Perform panel wiring modifications, remedial works, and upgrade installations on supplied equipment.

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    Support commissioning engineers during installation and testing activities.

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    Assist with stores control and the movement of materials on and off site.

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    Maintain the operability of the Portsmouth facility, including workshop management, tools, parts, spares, and vehicles.

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    Work flexibly to meet business and operational requirements.

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    Undertake all reasonable duties as required in line with business needs.

Skills & Qualifications

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    Experience in electrical and/or mechanical engineering (NVQ 3 Qualified or equivalent)

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    Full, UK driving licence.

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    Customer-focused with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.

Desired Characteristics

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    Currently hold or be eligible to obtain MoD Security Clearance.

What We Offer

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    Opportunity to work in a prestigious Naval and military environment

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    Exposure to diverse marine, offshore, and industrial projects

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    Professional development and training opportunities

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    A supportive and safety-driven team culture

Please apply within or call Michaella for a discussion on (phone number removed)

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