Director of Execution Asset Management

A.P. Moller - Maersk•Elizabeth, NJ

13d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

APM Terminals Role Summary Reporting to the Head of Asset Management, this role leads site-wide maintenance operations to drive standardization, reliability, and cost discipline across power equipment, RTGs, and container-handling assets. It partners closely with Yard, Marine, Rail, and union leadership to break down silos, implement a structured PM cadence, and shift the organization from reactive to preventative and predictive maintenance—while steering the transition from gas-powered to electric equipment with rigorous safety, training, and change management. The position supervises foremen and mechanics, ensures OSHA/environmental compliance, leverages digital tools for real-time decision-making, captures true maintenance costs through disciplined work-order management, and optimizes vendor performance to maximize equipment availability. Requires an engineering degree, 5+ years in terminal M&R, and the agility to support a rotational, 24/7 operation. Purpose Partner closely with all onsite Managers across all Maintenance Departments to drive alignment, operational consistency, and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead the site’s transformation journey by implementing standardized processes and developing clear operational standards, including a structured PM cadence that enables the organization to evolve from reactive (“firefighting”) maintenance to preventative and predictive maintenance practices. Champion the transition from gas-powered to electric equipment, establishing new standards, processes, and safety protocols to support electrification. Collaborate with union leadership and represented workforce to ensure successful adoption, training, and implementation of new technologies. Foster collaboration and break down silos across Yard, Marine, Rail, and other functional areas, ensuring seamless workflows, shared accountability, and unified operational goals. Utilize data and digital tools for real-time decision making, enabling faster response to equipment issues, improved resource allocation, and transparency of equipment performance across departments. Oversee maintenance and repair for terminal power equipment through direct supervision of foremen and mechanics. Ensure terminal operations are supported with fully functional power equipment through coordinated communication and teamwork with cross-functional partners. Direct labor in all Maintenance Operations, with primary focus on power equipment, RTGs, and container-handling equipment. Ensure safe, clean, and compliant operations aligned with OSHA and all environmental and safety regulations. Conduct frequent inspections of terminal facilities and power equipment. Maintain and continuously improve the preventative maintenance schedule for all power equipment to maximize asset lifecycle and preserve capital longevity. Assess equipment needs on an ongoing basis, ensuring terminal demand is met. Communicate shortages proactively and respond promptly to repair requests, minimizing operational disruption. Monitor and report daily equipment deadline levels, providing visibility to leadership and operational stakeholders. Directly/indirectly supervise labor, including ILA Foremen, ensuring all daily assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational standards. Manage and approve all overtime, extra pay, and meal hours, ensuring compliance with NYSA-ILA contractual obligations and corporate financial policies. Administer discipline when necessary, including issuing verbal and written warnings. Ensure all disciplinary actions are aligned with contractual guidelines, and work closely with ILA leadership to execute corrective actions when appropriate. Investigate and adjust grievances promptly, using independent judgment to resolve issues in the best interest of the company and maintaining strong labor-management relations. Review, code, and approve purchase orders using internal systems for parts and materials required to maintain terminal equipment. Capture true cost of maintenance at the equipment level, ensuring 100% of parts and labor are recorded within each Work Order. Control and reduce maintenance and materials costs through effective use of internal systems, data analysis, and continuous improvement. Investigate long-term cost savings opportunities, especially in areas with recurring or excessive repair needs. Conduct weekly and monthly analysis of all power equipment, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Interface with equipment suppliers to develop and review equipment specifications. Monitor manufacturer performance, conduct on-site quality inspections during production, and ensure equipment meets operational requirements upon delivery. Work closely with Procurement to jointly Oversee invoice approval and accountability for all contracted services, actively pursuing lower-cost solutions and ensuring vendor compliance with performance expectations.

Requirements

College Degree in Engineering or related subject at similar level required.
Must have minimum 5 years experience in Terminal M & R work.
Ability to set operational plans with short-term impact by maintaining standards that lead to high performance and execution.
Ability to modify important changes rapidly.
Ability to exchange and adapt skills when working together across boundaries.
Broad knowledge in job area/discipline or expertise in a specific discipline.
Must be able to work rotational hours.

Responsibilities

Partner closely with all onsite Managers across all Maintenance Departments to drive alignment, operational consistency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead the site’s transformation journey by implementing standardized processes and developing clear operational standards, including a structured PM cadence that enables the organization to evolve from reactive (“firefighting”) maintenance to preventative and predictive maintenance practices.
Champion the transition from gas-powered to electric equipment, establishing new standards, processes, and safety protocols to support electrification.
Collaborate with union leadership and represented workforce to ensure successful adoption, training, and implementation of new technologies.
Foster collaboration and break down silos across Yard, Marine, Rail, and other functional areas, ensuring seamless workflows, shared accountability, and unified operational goals.
Utilize data and digital tools for real-time decision making, enabling faster response to equipment issues, improved resource allocation, and transparency of equipment performance across departments.
Oversee maintenance and repair for terminal power equipment through direct supervision of foremen and mechanics.
Ensure terminal operations are supported with fully functional power equipment through coordinated communication and teamwork with cross-functional partners.
Direct labor in all Maintenance Operations, with primary focus on power equipment, RTGs, and container-handling equipment.
Ensure safe, clean, and compliant operations aligned with OSHA and all environmental and safety regulations.
Conduct frequent inspections of terminal facilities and power equipment.
Maintain and continuously improve the preventative maintenance schedule for all power equipment to maximize asset lifecycle and preserve capital longevity.
Assess equipment needs on an ongoing basis, ensuring terminal demand is met.
Communicate shortages proactively and respond promptly to repair requests, minimizing operational disruption.
Monitor and report daily equipment deadline levels, providing visibility to leadership and operational stakeholders.
Directly/indirectly supervise labor, including ILA Foremen, ensuring all daily assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational standards.
Manage and approve all overtime, extra pay, and meal hours, ensuring compliance with NYSA-ILA contractual obligations and corporate financial policies.
Administer discipline when necessary, including issuing verbal and written warnings.
Ensure all disciplinary actions are aligned with contractual guidelines, and work closely with ILA leadership to execute corrective actions when appropriate.
Investigate and adjust grievances promptly, using independent judgment to resolve issues in the best interest of the company and maintaining strong labor-management relations.
Review, code, and approve purchase orders using internal systems for parts and materials required to maintain terminal equipment.
Capture true cost of maintenance at the equipment level, ensuring 100% of parts and labor are recorded within each Work Order.
Control and reduce maintenance and materials costs through effective use of internal systems, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
Investigate long-term cost savings opportunities, especially in areas with recurring or excessive repair needs.
Conduct weekly and monthly analysis of all power equipment, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Interface with equipment suppliers to develop and review equipment specifications.
Monitor manufacturer performance, conduct on-site quality inspections during production, and ensure equipment meets operational requirements upon delivery.
Work closely with Procurement to jointly Oversee invoice approval and accountability for all contracted services, actively pursuing lower-cost solutions and ensuring vendor compliance with performance expectations.