Maintenance Analyst

APM Terminals

APM Terminals is part of the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group and one of the world’s leading port and terminal operators. With a global presence in over 60 countries, we are committed to enabling global trade, driving operational excellence, and building sustainable growth through our ports and inland services.

• Role: Maintenance Analyst

• Business Unit: APM Terminals

• Division or Department: Asset Management

• Reports to: Maintenance Planning Manager

• Location: Pipavav

Job Summary:

PURPOSE

• Responsible for review of historic breakdowns, planned and corrective maintenance to develop improvements to equipment maintenance strategies to increase equipment availability and reliability and reduce total cost of ownership.

• Support the APMT Business Information solution, by developing and improving reports and KPI’s for local terminal Asset Maintenance activities and contributing to the ongoing development and enhancements to Global AM reports and KPIs.

• Provide expert analytics for local terminal maintenance and repair activities.

• Ensure quality of data in CMMS system through regular reviews

Key Responsibilities

Analysis and Interpretation:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret engineering data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement.

• Develop models and simulations to predict outcomes and support decision-making.

Project Support

• Collaborate with engineering teams to provide analytical support for ongoing and future projects.

• Assist in the development and optimization of processes, systems, and designs.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and technical documents summarizing analysis results, methodologies, and recommendations.

• Ensure accuracy and clarity in all documentation, adhering to department standards.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiency improvements within the engineering department.

• Recommend and implement solutions to optimize performance and reduce costs.

Technical Support:

• Provide technical expertise in the evaluation of engineering problems and propose viable solutions.

• Support the engineering team with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and problem-solving.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including equipment managers, shift engineers, and frontline staff, to align on project goals and outcomes.

• Act as a liaison between the engineering department and other departments to ensure cohesive communication and collaboration.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all engineering practices comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

• Participate in safety audits and contribute to maintaining a safe work environment.

Experience:

• 7-10 years of experience in an engineering or analytical role within the engineering field.

• Proven experience in data analysis, process improvement, and project support in an engineering environment.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., CAD, MATLAB, etc.) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL,).

• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: bachelor’s degree in engineering/Mechanical/Electrical

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in project management Lean Six Sigma./Kaizen

• Experience in Port Industry is a added advantage.

• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Additional Details

• Proven experience in maintenance planning, analysis, and optimization preferably in Ports and terminals.

• Experience in a strong service-oriented environment requiring stakeholder-management skills.

• Extensive experience in maintenance analytics, utilizing data from digital systems such as CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and other sources to interpret complex data and identify trends.

• Excellent computer skills - including excel, word, power point, and IFS10.

• Understanding of Asset Maintenance metrics, principles, its processes, and requirements.

• Provide on-going suggestions and improvements to meet case requirements.

• Analyses and resolves implementation conflicts that could cause excessive downtime or introduce risk.

• Facilitates and supports change management review meetings to coordinate activities.

• Possess practical, analytical capabilities, and readiness to challenge the status quo.

• Understanding of (APMT used) software data systems and their interfaces.

• Demonstrate discipline in following through on actions and ensuring necessary documentation.

• Structured, driven, self-motivating, result orientated.

• High quality awareness and ability to work with constant care.

• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and experience in a multicultural environment, demonstrating respect for employees, local authorities, and other stakeholders.

• Strong communication skills and ability to influence.

• Excellent English written and verbal communication.

• Proficiency in maintenance management software tools.

• Good negotiation skills

• Influencing abilities to deal with people to gain support and cooperation.

• Professional certification in Planning, PMP, CMRP, and data analysis tools would be advantageous.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

HEALTH SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL

• Contribute to maintaining a strong safety culture for all terminal activities.

• Provide reports to Global and Local teams on health, safety and environmental issues related to area of work; take corrective action wherever necessary.

PERFORMANCE/OPERATIONAL

• Measure Asset Maintenance costs and Key Performance Indicators, drive optimization

• of the work management process.

• Monitor CMMS data quality, leading and organising data cleanse campaigns to

• terminals, where required.

STRATEGY

• Institutionalize user feedback loops into the standard specifications to ensure continuous improvement of terminal design.

• Develop and maintain master data strategy to standardize and improve the data in the CMMS

ASSET INTEGRITY

• Engage with peers in the Global Asset Maintenance team, to lift the functional capabilities for Asset lifecycle: design, engineering, delivery & maintenance) as a whole.

PEOPLE/ COMMUNICATIONS

• Participate and contribute to the APMT network maintenance analytics community.

• Ensure clear communication with the internal clients.

• Build collaborative relationships with associated divisions and external parties.

• Ensure compliance with APM Group values and business principle.

COST MANAGEMENT

• Use data analytics to establish trends and relationships that enhance processes and focus areas to reduce the Asset Maintenance costs for APMT.

• Measure local terminal Asset Maintenance costs and drive optimization.

• Implement accurate Asset Maintenance costing standards and reports.

• Localise, implement and monitor global M&R costing standards and reports.

REPORTING AND SCOPE

• The position reports to the Maintenance Planning Manager

• The scope of the position is based locally.

WORK/BUSINESS CONTACTS AND AUTHORITY

Internal:

• Asset Management team at the terminal

• Operations team at the terminal

• Relevant internal stakeholders

External:

• Specialized emergency response repair and service agents and suppliers

• Technical vendors

LEARNING & CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

In this position, the incumbent will have an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge in the following areas:

• Extensive exposure to maintenance scheduling and planning of complex equipment.

• Exposure to terminal operations

• Exposure to worldwide terminal operations and maintenance activities through participation in the global maintenance analytics community.

• Exposure to complex electronic systems.

• Experience in new processes, methods, techniques with different equipment

Relevant next career steps might be:

• Maintenance Planning Manager

• Equivalent technical role in Asset Maintenance