Senior Crane Maintenance & Operations Lead

Ports America Shared Services, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ports America in Newark, NJ seeks a Senior Operations Manager - Crane to lead crane maintenance and repair activities across quay cranes and associated equipment. You will drive safety, efficiency, and reliability in a busy port environment, coordinating with Marine and Planning teams and unions.

The role requires extensive supervisory experience, a strong engineering background, and proficiency with CMMS and IT systems to optimize maintenance planning and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 10+ years supervisory crane maintenance experience.
• Experience in budgeting and P&L management.
• Ability to obtain TWIC and Port Access Cards and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of quay cranes, spreaders, and supporting equipment.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and preventive maintenance.
• Lead crane maintenance staff and supervise subcontractors.
• Coordinate with Marine and Planning departments and unions.

Skills

Crane maintenance

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Safety procedures

English communication

Union coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Engineering background in mechanical/electrical/structural

Tools

CMMS

IT systems

Job description

Ports America in Newark, NJ seeks a Senior Operations Manager - Crane to lead crane maintenance and repair activities across quay cranes and associated equipment. You will drive safety, efficiency, and reliability in a busy port environment, coordinating with Marine and Planning teams and unions.

The role requires extensive supervisory experience, a strong engineering background, and proficiency with CMMS and IT systems to optimize maintenance planning and budgets.