APM Terminals is an international container terminal operating company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. It is one of the world's largest port and terminal operators as well as providing cargo support and container Inland Services, and is the largest port and terminal operating company in terms of overall geographic scope operating a Global Terminal N...
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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
HND or Bachelor’s Degree (B.Eng.) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory maintenance role.
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.
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
Strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems, including the ability to read, interpret and apply technical drawings and schematics.
Good knowledge of Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and associated control systems.
Proficiency in Siemens STEP 7 SIMATIC Manager and related applications.
Strong experience with Siemens SINAMICS drives, including their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing maintenance programs.
Experience in spare parts criticality management and asset maintenance planning.
Good understanding of applicable safety regulations, standards, and requirements within terminal, port, or industrial operations.
Proven ability to coach, mentor, and transfer technical knowledge to team members through structured training and development programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), such as IFS, SAP PM, or similar platforms.
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