Operations Maintenance Manager

APM Terminals; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals in the United States is seeking an experienced asset maintenance professional to coordinate shift-based asset management and maintenance activities across terminal operations.

You will monitor equipment performance, drive root-cause analysis of downtime, and support safety and lean initiatives while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and vendors. This role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in terminal operations or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of terminal equipment and troubleshooting.
• Experience with CMMS/EAM systems (IFS).
• Ability to analyze MTTR/MTBF data and act on findings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate asset management and maintenance during shifts.
• Monitor equipment performance and respond to breakdowns.
• Assist maintenance teams with diagnosing issues and safety.
• Analyze downtime data to identify root causes and actions.
• Coordinate fuel deliveries during off-peak hours.
• Provide updates to AM Execution Director and AM Planning Manager.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Troubleshooting

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Team coordination

Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

IFS CMMS

Job description

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 APMT 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.

• Innovation: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data and frontline insights to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency
• Work-life balance: Structured shift schedules with clear accountability and support, enabling effective planning around nights, weekends, and holidays
• Development: Access to technical training, leadership exposure during shift operations, and opportunities to grow within asset management and terminal operations

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all asset management and maintenance activities during assigned shifts, acting as the central point of contact for operations, maintenance, and vendors
• Monitor equipment performance and availability, ensuring rapid response to breakdowns and minimizing operational disruptions
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety standards
• Analyze discrepancies between Operations and Mechanical breakdown reporting, driving alignment and accuracy in downtime records
• Review maintenance data (failure trends, repeat defects, downtime) to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Coordinate fuel deliveries and critical consumables during off-peak hours to maintain uninterrupted operations
• Provide timely updates, escalation, and technical insights to the AM Execution Director and AM Planning Manager

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions in live operations
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field (preferred)
• 3–5 years of experience in terminal operations, maintenance, asset management, or heavy equipment environments
• Strong technical knowledge of terminal equipment (RTGs, STSs, MHCs, or similar) and hands-on troubleshooting experience
• Ability to analyze maintenance and operational data (MTTR, MTBF, downtime trends) and convert insights into actions
• Experience working in shift-based and ideally unionized environments
• Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., IFS) and maintenance planning processes
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to act decisively under pressure
• Proficiency in MS Excel and data tools for reporting and performance tracking
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic operational setting

Work Conditions

• Shift-based role requiring on-site presence, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• High interaction with operational areas, including active equipment and maintenance zones
• Accountability for safety compliance, including adherence to LOTO and safe maintenance practices

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment availability during shift (%)
• Breakdown response and resolution time (MTTR)
• Alignment and accuracy of breakdown reporting
• Data quality and timely system reporting

Hours: 12 hr Rotating Shifts (3 days on, 4 days off)

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