Equipment Manager

APM Terminals

About APM Terminals

APM Terminals, a part of A.P. Moller – Maersk, operates one of the world’s most comprehensive port and integrated inland service networks. With a presence in over 60 countries and more than 75 terminals globally, we are committed to delivering best-in-class operations, innovation, and sustainable logistics solutions.

About GTI – Gateway Terminals India

Gateway Terminals India (GTI), located at Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mumbai, is one of India's busiest and most advanced container terminals. As a joint venture between APM Terminals and the Container Corporation of India (CONCOR), GTI plays a strategic role in supporting India's growing trade, with a focus on operational efficiency, safety, and technological advancement.

Job Title: Equipment Manager

Location: Mumbai, India
Reporting To: Head of Engineering / Terminal Manager

Position Summary

The Equipment Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness, availability, and reliability of terminal equipment and assets. This role is responsible for managing a team of engineers and technicians across multiple maintenance teams (2–4 scrum teams or functional groups), driving high standards in equipment performance, safety, and preventive maintenance practices.

This role combines strong people management with technical expertise and process improvement mindset. The Equipment Manager provides technical direction, oversees maintenance planning and execution, ensures adherence to engineering and safety standards, and contributes to the terminal’s continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage 2–4 engineering teams, including performance management, resource planning, and team development

• Provide clear technical direction and ensure compliance with maintenance strategies, safety protocols, and quality standards

• Ensure high availability and reliability of critical terminal equipment, including cranes, RTGs, reach stackers, terminal tractors, and related infrastructure

• Champion preventive and predictive maintenance programs and implement improvements for cost and energy efficiency

• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and HSE to ensure timely availability of spare parts, tools, and services

• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts in response to equipment breakdowns or failures

• Guide the teams through agile/lean processes (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint planning) and coach teams and team leads on effective backlog management and delivery

• Protect the team from external disruptions and remove organizational impediments to delivery

• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and safety across the engineering department

• Ensure effective documentation, reporting, and adherence to all regulatory compliance and audit requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)

• 8–12 years of relevant experience in engineering, maintenance, or operations within ports, terminals, heavy industry, or logistics infrastructure

• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams in a high-availability environment

• Strong understanding of terminal equipment (cranes, yard handling equipment, power systems) and modern maintenance systems (CMMS)

• Familiarity with agile or lean methodologies is a plus

• Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Safety-conscious with a proactive approach to compliance and risk management

What We Offer

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment in one of India’s premier terminals

• Opportunity to work with global best practices in terminal operations and engineering

• Career development through exposure to international standards and cross-functional collaboration

• A chance to drive innovation and contribute meaningfully to India’s logistics infrastructure

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