Maintenance Technician
Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Dover, Kent, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£38k - £42k Annual
Full-Time
Job title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Dover
Salary: up to £42,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The role:
This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in ensuring our clients assets are maintained, repaired and operating safely and efficiently. You will be maintaining HGV, mobile and harbour cranes, forklift trucks, telehandlers, vehicles and other mobile plant and equipment.
Benefits:
5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
Birthday leave
Free Parking
Generous contributory pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Employee volunteering schemeKey responsibilities will be:
Carry out maintenance, repair and improvement work across a broad range of assets
Diagnose faults on complex equipment and implement effective solutions
Deliver both planned preventative and reactive maintenance
Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation (manual or electronic)
Conduct statutory inspections and report findings via the Port's ERP system
Work closely with colleagues to identify recurring faults and recommend improvements
Ensure work is completed in line with health & safety standards and risk assessments
Act as Lead/Coordinator on smaller projects when required
Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and other departments
Support and mentor colleagues and Apprentices
Participate in continuous improvement initiativesExperience and skills required:
Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline, ideally in a transport or plant environment (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
At least 3 years' post-qualification experience
Experience with HGV, heavy plant and mobile hydraulic systems
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience reviewing and creating RAMS
Good IT literacy
Full UK driving licence
Welding/fabrication experience (desirable)Working Environment:
Working in varied conditions including noise, weather exposure and heavy-duty environments
Required to work additional hours, including overtime and emergency callouts
Participate in a standby rota or 24/7 shift rota once fully trainedNext steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass
Location: Dover
Salary: up to £42,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The role:
This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in ensuring our clients assets are maintained, repaired and operating safely and efficiently. You will be maintaining HGV, mobile and harbour cranes, forklift trucks, telehandlers, vehicles and other mobile plant and equipment.
Benefits:
5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
Birthday leave
Free Parking
Generous contributory pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Employee volunteering schemeKey responsibilities will be:
Carry out maintenance, repair and improvement work across a broad range of assets
Diagnose faults on complex equipment and implement effective solutions
Deliver both planned preventative and reactive maintenance
Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation (manual or electronic)
Conduct statutory inspections and report findings via the Port's ERP system
Work closely with colleagues to identify recurring faults and recommend improvements
Ensure work is completed in line with health & safety standards and risk assessments
Act as Lead/Coordinator on smaller projects when required
Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and other departments
Support and mentor colleagues and Apprentices
Participate in continuous improvement initiativesExperience and skills required:
Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline, ideally in a transport or plant environment (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
At least 3 years' post-qualification experience
Experience with HGV, heavy plant and mobile hydraulic systems
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience reviewing and creating RAMS
Good IT literacy
Full UK driving licence
Welding/fabrication experience (desirable)Working Environment:
Working in varied conditions including noise, weather exposure and heavy-duty environments
Required to work additional hours, including overtime and emergency callouts
Participate in a standby rota or 24/7 shift rota once fully trainedNext steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass
Reference: 225370648
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Maintenance Technician
Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Dover, Kent, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£38k - £42k Annual
Full-Time
Job title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Dover
Salary: up to £42,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The role:
This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in ensuring our clients assets are maintained, repaired and operating safely and efficiently. You will be maintaining HGV, mobile and harbour cranes, forklift trucks, telehandlers, vehicles and other mobile plant and equipment.
Benefits:
5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
Birthday leave
Free Parking
Generous contributory pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Employee volunteering schemeKey responsibilities will be:
Carry out maintenance, repair and improvement work across a broad range of assets
Diagnose faults on complex equipment and implement effective solutions
Deliver both planned preventative and reactive maintenance
Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation (manual or electronic)
Conduct statutory inspections and report findings via the Port's ERP system
Work closely with colleagues to identify recurring faults and recommend improvements
Ensure work is completed in line with health & safety standards and risk assessments
Act as Lead/Coordinator on smaller projects when required
Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and other departments
Support and mentor colleagues and Apprentices
Participate in continuous improvement initiativesExperience and skills required:
Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline, ideally in a transport or plant environment (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
At least 3 years' post-qualification experience
Experience with HGV, heavy plant and mobile hydraulic systems
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience reviewing and creating RAMS
Good IT literacy
Full UK driving licence
Welding/fabrication experience (desirable)Working Environment:
Working in varied conditions including noise, weather exposure and heavy-duty environments
Required to work additional hours, including overtime and emergency callouts
Participate in a standby rota or 24/7 shift rota once fully trainedNext steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass
Location: Dover
Salary: up to £42,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The role:
This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in ensuring our clients assets are maintained, repaired and operating safely and efficiently. You will be maintaining HGV, mobile and harbour cranes, forklift trucks, telehandlers, vehicles and other mobile plant and equipment.
Benefits:
5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
Birthday leave
Free Parking
Generous contributory pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private Health Care
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
3rd party discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Benefits and reward platform
Employee volunteering schemeKey responsibilities will be:
Carry out maintenance, repair and improvement work across a broad range of assets
Diagnose faults on complex equipment and implement effective solutions
Deliver both planned preventative and reactive maintenance
Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation (manual or electronic)
Conduct statutory inspections and report findings via the Port's ERP system
Work closely with colleagues to identify recurring faults and recommend improvements
Ensure work is completed in line with health & safety standards and risk assessments
Act as Lead/Coordinator on smaller projects when required
Liaise with contractors, stakeholders and other departments
Support and mentor colleagues and Apprentices
Participate in continuous improvement initiativesExperience and skills required:
Apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline, ideally in a transport or plant environment (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
At least 3 years' post-qualification experience
Experience with HGV, heavy plant and mobile hydraulic systems
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience reviewing and creating RAMS
Good IT literacy
Full UK driving licence
Welding/fabrication experience (desirable)Working Environment:
Working in varied conditions including noise, weather exposure and heavy-duty environments
Required to work additional hours, including overtime and emergency callouts
Participate in a standby rota or 24/7 shift rota once fully trainedNext steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.
If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
The role is subject to a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol test, and a background security check to obtain a dock pass
Reference: 225370648
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