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APM Terminals • Nigeria, Rivers, Port Harcourt, 500001 | Nigeria

Electrical Technician

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey.

What We Can Offer:

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

  • Exposure to a wide range of container handling equipment
  • Opportunity to develop technical skills through hands‑on maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Clear pathways for growth into coordinator, planner, or supervisory roles

Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing container‑handling equipment to ensure safe and reliable terminal operations.

  • Perform electrical and electronic maintenance on RTGs, spreaders, and container handling cranes
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment faults and breakdowns
  • Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance in line with OEM and terminal standards
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns and report actions taken to the Supervisor
  • Complete inspection, monitoring, and maintenance reports accurately and on time
  • Ensure all work complies with HSSE policies, terminal rules, and labour regulations
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of tools, equipment, and workshop areas

What We Are Looking For:

  • Continuous improvement mindset: curiosity about how work is done and commitment to safe, reliable equipment performance
  • Diploma or vocational qualification in Electrical Technology or a related field
  • At least three years’ experience in crane or heavy equipment electrical maintenance
  • Hands‑on experience with RTGs, quay cranes, and spreaders
  • Knowledge of Siemens PLCs, drive systems, and electrical control circuits
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical drawings
  • Willingness to work shifts and respond to emergency repairs

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Company benefits

Open to part time work for some roles
Open to compressed hours
In house training
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Mental health platform access
Compassionate leave
Life assurance
Annual bonus
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Adoption leave
Private GP service
Buy or sell annual leave
Religious celebration leave
401K
Annual pay rises
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Learning platform
Mentoring
Enhanced maternity leave
Shared parental leave
Women’s health leave
L&D budget
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns

Working at APM Terminals

Company employees:

22,000+

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

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