About this role
Job Description
Port Services at Konecranes focuses on the service, maintenance and repair of lifting equipment and automation solutions within ports, harbours and terminals, equipment includes mobile harbour cranes, straddle carriers and container handling equipment.
We are recruiting a Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, (Port Cranes) to carry out the maintenance and repair of this equipment. Our customers are ports and terminals around the UK coast, so travel is a key part of the role.
We are looking for candidates who are ideally based in northern England, preferably in Newcastle, Gateshead or Teesside.
From time to time, this role can also offer the opportunity to work overseas, but this is not a mandatory requirement.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Electrical and mechanical installation, commissioning, inspection, and testing including service and repair of Port Solutions products, such as harbour cranes and straddle carriersTroubleshooting equipment malfunctions, in electrical and mechanical equipment, drive technologies and PLCs in an industrial environmentConsulting with customers on repair and safety related issuesAccurate and descriptive problem reportingCompletion of inspection and examination documentation as appropriate What we are looking for in you:
Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 / HNC in electrical or mechanical engineering, with practical competence in bothWorking knowledge of hydraulicsExperience of Siemens S7 desirableGood attention to detailOrganised and self-motivatedComputer proficient including basic networking and component diagnosticsFamiliar with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998)Full UK driving licenceAbility to work at heightAble to spend periods of time away from home (up to two weeks at a time) We offer:
Competitive salaryPaid overtimePaid travel timeContributory pension scheme, life assurance and income protection insurance25 days annual leave + bank holidaysCompany vehicle, fuel card, workwear, tools, phoneBuy/sell holidaysEmployee share save schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRetail, leisure and travel discounts
Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.
Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.