MHC Maintenance Supervisor
APM Terminals
Job Overview
Location
Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Logistics, Transport & Supply Chain
Experience Level
Senior (5-8 years)
Application Deadline
May 25, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, is seeking a skilled MHC Maintenance Supervisor to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient functioning of our container operations.
We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and providing a dynamic learning environment. You will have the opportunity to apply Lean principles, develop your skills, and advance your career in a diverse, multinational workplace.
This role offers exposure to a structured maintenance environment focused on equipment reliability and safety, along with opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in complex terminal operations.
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Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHCs), 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 optimization.
- Support alignment between maintenance, operations, safety, and planning teams.
Qualifications
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits & Perks
- Dynamic learning and training culture
- Opportunities for skill development and career advancement
- Diverse, multinational workplace
- Exposure to structured maintenance environment
- Opportunities to apply continuous improvement and reliability-centered maintenance practices
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
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The maritime logistics sector in Nigeria is experiencing significant growth, driven by increased trade volumes and infrastructure development. This role is pivotal in ensuring the operational readiness of critical port equipment. Key technical keywords include: Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHCs), preventive maintenance, root-cause analysis, and CMMS. The impact of this role directly influences business ROI by minimizing equipment downtime, optimizing operational efficiency, and ensuring the safety of terminal operations, thereby supporting the company's leadership in port management.
Posted Date
May 11, 2026