Crane Assistant Manager

Manila Permanent View Job Description
This role is responsible for leading shift-based maintenance operations to ensure the availability, reliability, and safe operation of quay cranes (QC) and rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTG). The position combines technical leadership, risk assessment, maintenance planning, process improvement, and safety management to drive efficient and effective equipment performance.
  • Drive reliability of critical port equipment and maintenance operations
  • Support operational excellence through critical equipment reliability

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organisation operating critical infrastructure assets and is committed to operational excellence, safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage all shift-based maintenance and repair activities for heavy equipment and crane operations.
  • Allocate manpower, assign work orders, and monitor maintenance execution to ensure timely completion.
  • Coordinate with planning teams to execute preventive and corrective maintenance programmes effectively.
  • Evaluate equipment defects, assess operational risks, and prioritise critical maintenance activities.
  • Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to maintenance personnel and contractors.
  • Review maintenance records and ensure accurate documentation within the maintenance management system.
  • Support process excellence and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
  • Assist in spare parts planning, procurement requirements, and technical specification reviews.
  • Manage workforce scheduling, leave planning, and resource allocation across shifts.
  • Promote and enforce compliance with health, safety, environmental, and security standards, including conducting toolbox talks and safety briefings.

The Successful Applicant

Ideal CandidateNon-Negotiables

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Significant experience in maintenance operations involving heavy equipment, cranes, ports, terminals, industrial plants, manufacturing, or similar environments.
  • Experience supervising maintenance teams and managing shift operations.
  • Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance principles.
  • Ability to assess equipment risks, prioritise maintenance activities, and make sound operational decisions.
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
  • Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.



Good-to-Haves

  • Experience with quay cranes (QC), RTGs, container handling equipment, or port operations.
  • Familiarity with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Mainpac or equivalent platforms.
  • Exposure to reliability-centred maintenance, root cause analysis, and asset management methodologies.
  • Experience leading continuous improvement or process excellence projects.
  • Knowledge of spare parts planning and inventory optimisation.



What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead critical maintenance operations within a dynamic industrial environment.
  • Exposure to large-scale equipment and complex engineering challenges.
  • Career development and leadership growth opportunities.
  • Involvement in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Collaborative and safety-focused workplace culture.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to contribute directly to equipment reliability, operational performance, and business success.
  • Stable and professional working environment with long-term career prospects.



Contact
Cherry Tubiera
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7105618
Phone number
+63 277952826

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Operations Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Manila
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cherry Tubiera
Consultant contact
+63 277952826
Job Reference
JN-092026-7105618

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.