Regional Maintenance Planning Manager

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals Panama, we don’t just operate a port, we power the heartbeat of global commerce. Positioned at one of the world’s most strategic maritime gateways, our terminal is a critical link connecting continents, industries, and millions of people every day.

Every container we move carries more than cargo, it carries opportunity, growth, and progress. At APMT Panama, you’re not just joining a job, you’re becoming part of a high-performing, supportive, and people-first environment.

Why you'll love it here

• Every move we make connects businesses, communities, and countries.
• From quay cranes to control towers, no two days are the same.
• We continuously improve how we operate, embracing digitalization, safety, and smarter ways of working.
• Continuous improvement mindset – where curiosity is encouraged, root-cause problem solving is valued, and making things better every day is part of how we win.

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Join us as Regional Asset Maintenance Planning Manager

We are looking for an experienced maintenance planning professional to drive planning excellence, governance, capability development, and continuous improvement across multiple terminals within the region. The Regional Asset Maintenance Planning Manager (RAMPM) acts as the regional subject matter expert for maintenance planning and scheduling, supporting terminals in improving planning maturity, increasing planned work execution, reducing reactive maintenance, and improving asset reliability.

This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys coaching others, leading change, influencing stakeholders, and helping organizations transition from reactive maintenance environments to proactive, world-class maintenance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive compliance with global maintenance planning and scheduling standards.
• Support terminals in achieving maintenance planning maturity targets.
• Establish governance routines and facilitate planning and performance reviews.
• Coach and develop terminal Planning Managers and Maintenance Planners.
• Improve planning quality, resource utilization, schedule attainment, and maintenance productivity.
• Support long, medium, and short-term maintenance planning processes.
• Promote effective use of EAM/CMMS systems and work management processes.
• Collaborate with reliability teams to improve asset performance and maintenance effectiveness.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance optimization initiatives.
• Provide analytical insights through reporting, KPIs, and business intelligence tools.
• Partner with regional and global stakeholders to drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
  

What We Can Offer

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement is driven by LEAN principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers.

As part of our global organization, you will have the opportunity to:

• Influence maintenance planning practices across multiple terminals.
• Collaborate with regional and global experts in Asset Management.
• Participate in major maintenance transformation and reliability programs.
• Expand your leadership, coaching, and change management capabilities.
• Gain exposure to global Asset Management strategies and best practices.
• Build a meaningful career within the A.P. Moller-Maersk network.
  

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of maintenance planning experience within heavy asset industries.
• Proven experience implementing maintenance planning and scheduling standards.
• Experience supporting Asset Management transformation programs.
• Strong experience with CMMS/EAM platforms such as SAP, IFS, Maximo, Infor EAM, or similar systems.
• Ability to navigate complex regional environments and drive sustainable change.
  

Preferred Skills

• Advanced maintenance planning and scheduling expertise.
• Strong understanding of work management processes and lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of ISO 55000 principles and asset lifecycle management.
• Data analysis and performance reporting capabilities.
• Experience improving reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and operational performance.
• Fluent in both Spanish & English.

What We’re Looking For

• Persuades: influences stakeholders and drives adoption of planning excellence practices.
• Drives Results: consistently delivers measurable improvements.
• Develops Talent: builds capability and mentors others.
• Communicates Effectively: translates complex concepts into practical actions.
• Collaborates: works effectively across functions and cultures.
• Strategic Mindset: aligns operational activities with long-term business objectives.
• Manages Ambiguity thrives in dynamic and evolving environments.
• Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
  

Ready to make an impact?

Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team that's redefining industry standards.

Apply now and let's build a brighter future together.

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