Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT) is the new Terminal & Infrastructure Division of Hapag-Lloyd, founded in 2023. HGT delivers streamlined terminal operations for all shipping line customers and brings together a portfolio of 20 port terminals and complementary logistics services in 11 countries and on four continents: Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa. We will be pursuing growth and set ourselves the target of operating 30 terminals by 2030.
At HGT, we are a highly motivated team of experienced international professionals who believe that growth in any partnership comes from trust and dedication. Our commitment to provide highly efficient terminal operations that are safe, sustainable, and reliable is rooted in a simple yet powerful vision: “offering exceptional service quality at all times.”
The position
We are seeking an experienced Director of Technology and Engineering to lead and develop
our equipment and maintenance & repair (M&R) function.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment and M&R Leadership:
- Lead the maintenance and repair (M&R) function, ensuring best practices in preventive and
corrective maintenance as well as breakdown management to maximize uptime and
operational efficiency. - Develop, implement and govern technical standards, procedures, guidelines and key
performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize long-term availability, reliability and cost effectiveness of terminal equipment deployment. - Identify and implement best-in-class maintenance technologies and methodologies to
enhance equipment performance. - Identify and drive innovation and automation initiatives, including verification of local
initiatives to improve efficiency.
Technical Expertise & Operations:
- Provide deep technical expertise in container terminal equipment, including cranes, reach
stackers, terminal tractors, and other heavy machinery. Expertise to cover structural,
mechanical, and electrical disciplines. - Drive effective management M&R related control systems like CMS, CMMS, SCADA and
other digital monitoring solutions. - Ensure that equipment fleets support commercial and operational demands.
- Develop and manage partnerships with equipment manufacturers, service providers, and
technology vendors to ensure optimal service levels. - Actively collaborates with other functions closely related like HSSE, Operations, Civil and, where applicable, Project Development.
- Oversees procurement main equipment from specification to hand-over to operations.
Strategic Development & Transition Management:
- Develop, implement and govern comprehensive strategies for efficient equipment
procurement, deployment and disposal (life cycle management) both on a corporate and
business unit level. - Assess and develop internal capabilities to reduce dependency on external consultants
over time, while maintaining flexibility for ad hoc equipment related needs. - Build and mentor a team of equipment and M&R specialists, fostering a culture of technical
excellence and continuous improvement. - Develop guidelines for efficient workforce management, including the use of specific
software to optimize labor efficiency. - Coordinate relevant technical aspects of tenders to ensure the best solutions are
incorporated. - Coordinate and monitor equipment / M&R related efforts for projects and due diligences as needed, ensuring quality and compliance.
Compliance, Safety & Sustainability:
- Ensure all equipment-related operations comply with safety regulations, environmental
standards and other regulatory bodies. - Drive initiatives to enhance sustainability in equipment usage, including fuel efficiency,
electrification, and emission reduction strategies. - Support applications for grants / subsidies, targeting enhanced sustainability.
Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering,
or a related field. - Minimum 5-10 years of experience in equipment management, maintenance, and repair
(M&R) within the container terminal, port operations, or heavy industrial sectors. - Deep technical expertise in container terminal equipment, maintenance methodologies, and reliability engineering.
- Proven experience in leading M&R teams and optimizing maintenance strategies to improve equipment uptime and cost efficiency.
- Strong knowledge of equipment lifecycle management, including procurement, commissioning, operations and decommissioning processes.
- Experience working with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and third-party maintenance service providers.
- Excellent problem-solving, project management, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and leadership capabilities, with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders.
- Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as required.
- Fluency in English is mandatory; additional language skills (Spanish, German, or others) are a plus.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package;
- Opportunity to work in a fast growing and dynamic organization;
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
