Technical Supervisor Maintenance Operations
4 days ago
At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. Together, we are making every move count.
Purpose of the positionThe Role
To lead and support a team of maintenance technicians with dedicated focus on troubleshooting, calibrations/adjustments and preventive measures in the area of electrical and control systems in automated straddle carriers used for container handling. To oversee maintenance operations, ensure high equipment availability, and drive continuous improvement in reliability and safety.
On offer:
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
- Flexible work hours and hybrid working options available
- Opportunity to work for a Global Company
- Learning & Development opportunities to progress your career
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Community Service Leave
- Supervise day-to-day maintenance activities focused on electrical and control systems for straddle carriers and related container handling equipment.
- Lead and mentor a team of electricians and diagnostic specialists to troubleshoot, repair, and optimise systems including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, wiring, and power distribution.
- Develop and implement need based improvements in preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Coordinate with operations, planning, and engineering teams to minimize equipment downtime and ensure service reliability.
- Analyse equipment failures, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and initiate corrective actions.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Review and initiate updates of technical documentation, schematics and maintenance procedures.
- Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new systems or modifications to existing equipment.
- Advise on needed inventory levels and spare parts related to electrical and automation systems.
- Evaluate technician performance, provide training, and foster a culture of technical excellence.
- Electrical trade, or degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance, preferably in port or terminal operations.
- Strong knowledge of PLCs (e.g., OMRON, SIEMENS), drive systems, industrial networking, and diagnostic tools.
- Hands-on experience with straddle carriers, mobile cranes or similar mobile equipment is highly desirable.
- Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.
- Familiarity with MAXIMO or similar (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
- Safety certifications are an advantage
We offer you an opportunity to put your skills and experience into work and make an impact on our global organisation and the cargo handling industry. You will work with great colleagues from various backgrounds, inspired by shared, ambitious goals. We value collaboration in our open and inclusive culture. With us, you will have the opportunity to develop yourself professionally. Join us to make a difference - and have fun while doing it.
Interested to join?If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application with salary request and CV.
Find out more about what it's like to work for Kalmar from one of our Service Technicians - Natarsha
OceaniaAbout Kalmar
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.
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