TEAM LEADER, QUAY CRANE

Port of Tanjung Pelepas; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 96,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Port of Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia is seeking a motivated Team Leader – Quay Crane to lead technicians responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of quay crane equipment. You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, supervise contractors and OEMs, and drive improvements to enhance crane reliability while upholding HSSE standards.

Requirements include a degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering and at least 3 years' engineering experience in heavy

Qualifications

• 3+ years engineering experience in heavy equipment or port operations.
• Degree in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of technicians in daily operations, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Oversee safety culture and HSSE compliance at all times.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, supervise contractors and OEMs, ensuring quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement reliability improvements.
• Provide on-the-job training and develop team skills.
• Assist in planning, evaluate breakdown reports, and step in as Duty Manager when required.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Team Leader – Quay Crane to lead our team of technicians in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of quay crane (QC) equipment. This role is critical in driving performance, safety, and continuous improvement within our terminal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision – Lead and coordinate a team of technicians in daily operations, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Safety First – Foster a strong safety culture, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and ensure compliance with all HSSE requirements.
• Maintenance Excellence – Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, supervise contractors and OEMs, and verify all work meets quality standards.
• Troubleshooting & Reliability – Conduct system inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and implement improvement initiatives to enhance crane reliability.
• Team Development – Provide on-the-job training, identify skill gaps, and support the professional growth of your team.
• Operational Support – Assist in planning, evaluate breakdown reports, prepare warranty claims, and step in as Duty Manager when required.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical / Electronic/ Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years’ engineering experience, preferably in heavy equipment or port operations.
• Strong knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and coordination skills.
• Proficient in English and Malay (verbal and written) and computer literate.