MHC Maintenance Supervisor at APM Terminals

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising maintenance activities for Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHCs) to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient container operations. 
• Supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of Mobile Harbour Cranes, spreaders, and auxiliary systems
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with OEM standards, statutory requirements, and terminal procedures
• Prioritize and close defects raised from statutory inspections and examiner defect lists
• Provide planning input on manpower, spare parts, tools, and task sequencing to minimize downtime
• Monitor equipment performance and initiate proactive maintenance actions
• Lead and supervise crane technicians, electricians, and mechanics, ensuring effective task allocation and handovers
• Analyze breakdowns, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Track and review maintenance KPIs including availability, MTBF, MTTR, and PM/CM ratios
• Enforce HSE standards, including toolbox talks, risk assessments, and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Provide advanced technical troubleshooting support for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic crane systems
• Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and external service providers for complex technical interventions
• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring availability of critical components while optimizing stock levels
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and work orders within the CMMS
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including RCM practices, Kaizen activities, and process optimisation
• Support alignment between maintenance, operations, safety, and planning teams

What We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a technically strong and hands‑on maintenance supervisor who can deliver reliable crane performance while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or Mechatronics
• 5 - 8 years’ experience in port equipment maintenance, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory role
• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time
• Hands‑on experience with Mobile Harbour Cranes (e.g. Liebherr, Gottwald, Konecranes)
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical drives, motors, and crane control systems
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation
• Familiarity with CMMS and structured maintenance reporting
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and coordination skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a 24/7 port environment, including shift and emergency call‑out support.