DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

Crane Electrical Technician

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMaputo, MozambiqueNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 1 to 3 years of effective field experience in container seaport or heavy-equipment environments.
A degree in Electrical Engineering.
Ability to work at heights and knowledge of lifting chains and ropes.
Detailed knowledge of electrical equipment, diesel engines, transmissions, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and brakes.
Ability to use technical and parts manuals and drawings.
Knowledge of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and monitor cranes and related equipment, and complete tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Maintain maximum crane operational availability through diagnostics and repairs.
Submit routine inspection and monitoring reports as required.
Work independently when called out and report breakdowns and faults.
Assume additional responsibility for crane maintenance when the supervisor is absent.
Follow up on emergency work and report it to the supervisor.
Follow safety regulations and procedures.
Perform electrical preventive maintenance as defined in the system.
Respond immediately to breakdowns reported by the Planning and Administration Clerk.
Provide accurate, up-to-date information in work orders for entry into the system.
Generate a work order, in coordination with the planning clerk, for all electrical work performed on cranes.
Submit accurate maintenance start and end times and perform maintenance activities within defined timelines.
Obtain supervisor approval before making purchase requisitions and submitting them to stores.
Keep workshop facilities and equipment for which the team is responsible tidy and clean.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with heavy equipment in ports, mining, or steel industries.

Responsible for safety & discipline in work area
Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding and monitoring of the cranes and other related equipment and carry out the tasks assigned by Supervisor.
Ensure maximum operational availability of cranes by diagnostic work and repair methods.
Submit routine inspection and monitoring reports as required.
Carry out duties independently when called out and report breakdowns and faults.
Assume additional responsibility for crane maintenance in the absence of Supervisor.
Ensure that emergency work is followed up by reporting to Supervisor.
Ensure work practice conforms to safety regulations and procedures.
Ensure that all preventive maintenance (Electrical) is conducted as defined in the system.
Attend breakdowns as reported by Planning & Admin Clerk on immediate basis.
Ensure accurate, up to date information is provided in the work order for input into the system.
Ensure that work order is generated (in coordination with planning clerk) for all electrical work performed on the cranes
Submit correct information about start time and end time of maintenance activity. Conduct maintenance activities as per defined timelines
Obtain approval of supervisor before making purchase requisition and submitting to stores
Ensures tidiness and cleanliness of workshop facilities and all equipment for which his team is responsible.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Experience in container in seaport and/ or heavy equipment environment
- Mandatory: 1 to 3 years of effective experience (being on field)
Education: DEGREE IN ELECRTICAL ENGINEERING
Preferable experience in working on heavy equipment in ports, mining, steel industries
Ability to work on heights, knowledge about lifting chain and ropes
Detailed knowledge of a wide range of electrical equipment, diesel engines, transmissions, pneumatic & hydraulic systems, brakes etc. Conversant with technical/ parts manuals, and drawings.
Fully conversant with safety procedures

RECRUITMENT OFFICER

José Munde

[email protected]

About the Company

DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

DP World is a global logistics and port operator that provides integrated, end-to-end supply chain solutions. It runs marine and inland terminals, manages ports and free zones, and offers cargo logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and value-added services such as packaging and reverse logistics. Its products work by operating a large network of terminals and logistics services that connect shipping, warehousing, and distribution, charging container handling fees and offering downstream services to improve supply chain efficiency. The company differentiates itself through its expansive, worldwide network (across 40+ countries) and its ability to control multiple stages of the supply chain—from ports and terminals to contract logistics and economic zones—allowing for seamless multimodal flows. DP World’s goal is to enable smooth, integrated global trade by expanding its network and offering end-to-end logistics solutions for diverse industries.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $1.5B
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2005

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