The Bristol Port Company

The Bristol Port Company have an exciting opportunity for Mechanical Fixed Plant Technicians to join the team. Location: Avonmouth/Royal Portbury Dock, Bristol, BS11 9DQ Salary: c£44,800 per annum plus supplements (up to £5,674), benefits and overtime About Us: As one of the UK's major ports, The Bristol Port Company provides the full range of warehousing, logistics and distribution services. Established in 1991, the Port now employs over 600 people and has invested over £600 million in infrastructure, equipment and its workforce. Bristol Port is a key national asset and a major economic driver for the South West region; the Company and businesses on the Port Estate contribute more than £1 billion to UK GDP. Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - The Role: We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced technicians to work on ship to shore cranes and fully automated bulk handling systems in order to maximise operational availability for ship loading/unloading activities. This role is based on a flexible shift pattern. Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - You will be required to: - Complete planned, corrective, and reactive maintenance work in a number of different environments - Liaise with operations to prioritise rectification of unserviceable machinery using fault finding diagnostic methodologies and equipment; minimising reactive maintenance - Ensure completion of documentation including daily logs and maintenance work orders - Carry out duties with due care and attention, adhering to our Health & Safety Policy and HSE regulations - Uphold the highest standards and practices in mechanical work - Demonstrate commitment to multi-skilled activity and team work - Demonstrate an excellent attitude to our continuous improvement culture and bring new ideas to the team to enable smarter working, rather than harder working - You should also bring a flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to commit to a range of shifts, including regular weekends and paid overtime - The minimum qualification for this role is NVQ3 in a relevant discipline Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician - You: - Ideally, you will be qualified to HNC level in a suitable Engineering subject or equivalent qualification, or be a time-served apprentice in a relevant trade - You will have previous experience working with large gearboxes, couplings, motors and conveyor belting systems - You will have the ability to work with Computer Maintenance Management Systems via handheld tablets - You must be able to work as part of a small team and progress projects on an individual basis - You will have a good head for heights and a flexible attitude in order to meet the demands of a busy Port, which operates on a 24/7 basis - You will be required to work regular weekends and overtime - A full driving licence and your own transport are essential In return, you can look forward to opportunities to progress your career within a dynamic family-orientated private company, along with an excellent range of benefits including pension contribution, profit related pay, subsidised canteen, on site gym and GP service and 25 days' holiday per year. Please be aware; due to the nature of the role, only candidates eligible to both live and work in the UK will be considered for the role. No sponsorship or relocation packages will be offered for this role. To submit your application for this exciting Mechanical Fixed Plant Technician opportunity, please click 'Apply' now!

The Bristol Port Company have an opportunity for Car Trade Operatives (Car Drivers) to join the team. Location: Bristol, BS11 9DQ Salary: £31,729 per annum plus overtime and benefits Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About Us: The Bristol Port Company is the UK's premier car handling port, currently managing a throughput of approximately 650,000 vehicles per year. We have achieved this leading position through our commitment to delivering high-quality service, supported by a dedicated and skilled workforce. As part of our continued growth, we are looking to strengthen our team with permanent Car Trade Operatives whose principal focus will be supporting our car trade operations, while also assisting across other port activities when required. Car Trade Operative - The Role: The basic working month will be 169.5 hours, which will be worked in any combination of the comprehensive range of shift patterns which operate at the Port, and which are varied from time to time in order to meet changing requirements. Shifts operate over 24 hours per day and seven days per week. Shifts may be ordered, in any combination, over 7 days, at the Company's option; thus rest days may fall on any day of the week. Overtime payments will be made after 169.5 hours per month have been worked.Overtime will be paid at time plus one quarter for the first 24 hours in any month and at the rate of time plus one half thereafter. Car Trade Operatives - Key Responsibilities: - Driving motor vehicles on and off vessels and between compounds - Lashing and unlashing vehicles - Marshalling drivers within operational areas - Monitoring and maintaining quality standards - There will also be opportunities to gain experience working across other port trades Car Trade Operative - You: - You must be physically fit as the role will involve long periods of walking and some manual heavy lifting - Project a positive, enthusiastic attitude - Able to demonstrate a highly developed awareness of our customers' quality requirements - Strong customer service and interpersonal skills Only candidates who have the right to work in the UK will be considered for this role. Car Trade Operatives - Benefits - Annual leave: 25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays - Profit Related Pay: Employees share in company profits through an established scheme - Company Pension Scheme - Subsidised Canteens - Onsite GP Service: Free access - Onsite Gym: Free access Car Trade Operatives - Additional Information: Due to the physical demands of this role, successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination, with annual medical checks thereafter. To apply for this Car Trade Operative position, please click 'Apply' today!

The Bristol Port Company are looking for Port Operations Apprentice to join the team. Location: Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 9DQ Salary: £19,104 per annum (Year One) rising to over £35,600 on completion Job Type, Full- Time, Permanent Port Operations Apprentice About the Apprenticeship Scheme: Do you want to be trained to operate a wide range of equipment from fork-lift trucks to computer controlled cranes click apply for full job details