Equipment Maintenance Manager

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement means every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers by continuously refining how we work. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Work with critical port equipment that directly impacts terminal performance and operational reliability.

• Develop technical leadership capabilities through managing and mentoring maintenance personnel.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment efficiency, safety, and maintenance effectiveness.

• Gain exposure to a collaborative, cross functional environment working closely with Operations, Procurement, Planning, and HSSE teams.

• Lead, supervise, and develop the port equipment maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and effective maintenance operations.

• Oversee maintenance and repair activities across electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of port equipment and machinery.

• Ensure preventive maintenance programs are executed effectively through the IFS CMMS system to maximize equipment reliability and minimize recurring failures.

• Coordinate repair and maintenance activities with operational requirements while maintaining high quality and efficiency standards.

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor performance and support procurement activities related to spare parts sourcing and ordering.

• Prepare maintenance, damage, and repair reports while maintaining equipment records, warranty information, inspection documentation, and technical procedures.

• Promote a strong safety culture through safety training coordination, incident reporting, investigations, and implementation of preventive actions.

• 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.

• Leadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently put customers first, lead by example with respect for people, deliver results with integrity, and drive continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.

• Higher technical education in a relevant engineering or technical discipline.

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience as an engineer within port crane maintenance or port equipment maintenance operations.

• Strong knowledge of maintenance practices for complex electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

• Ability to work with manufacturer technical documentation and equipment manuals.

• Proven experience managing technical personnel and developing team capability.

• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and make sound technical decisions in demanding operational environments.

• Fluency in English is required.

• Fluency in Georgian is preferred; candidates with strong Russian language skills will also be considered and this will be viewed as an advantage.

About the Role

As an Equipment Maintenance Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the operational viability and reliability of port equipment and machinery. Reporting to the Asset Maintenance Manager, you will lead maintenance activities, technical supervision, and team development initiatives that directly support terminal performance.

You will be responsible for ensuring maintenance work is completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards of quality. This includes managing preventive maintenance programs, coordinating corrective repair activities, monitoring spare parts availability, supporting procurement processes, and maintaining technical documentation and equipment records.

The position has a direct impact on both operational performance and the financial success of the terminal. Success in this role requires strong technical expertise, people leadership capability, a proactive approach to safety, and a commitment to continuous improvement.