Equipment Manager QC

About the role

APM Terminals is looking for an Equipment Manager QC to lead electrical, mechanical and structural maintenance of terminal equipment and ensure its reliability and availability. The role works in a highly technical environment focused on operational excellence, safety and continuous improvement, and involves collaboration with Operations, Safety, Planning and Engineering teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical, mechanical and structural maintenance activities for terminal equipment.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and maintenance requirements and terminal safety standards.
• Supervise safety and preventive maintenance and promote safe work practices.
• Manage repair, upgrade, acquisition, installation and commissioning projects for equipment and infrastructure.
• Oversee subcontractors and external maintenance providers for quality, safety and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate critical repairs, spare parts and maintenance execution with Operations Planning and Maintenance Supervisors.
• Develop, maintain and supervise technical documentation, specifications, procedures, drawings, safety studies and control system documentation.

Required profile

• University degree related to the sector, preferably Industrial Engineering with an electrical, electronic or mechanical specialization.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in operational maintenance and repair or equipment management.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractors and make data-driven decisions.
• High proficiency in Spanish and English, written and spoken.

Required skills

• Electrical systems, controls, PLCs, industrial automation and SCADA.
• Interpretation of electrical and mechanical drawings and control schematics.
• Condition-based maintenance, reliability management, KPIs (availability, reliability, MTBF) and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of port safety requirements, LOTO, PTW and HSE practices.
• Lean and Kaizen continuous improvement methods.