Assistant Operations Manager, Maintenance PlanningAPM Terminals Miami is looking for an Assistant Operations Manager, Maintenance Planning to lead the planning, scheduling, and coordination behind the terminal's equipment maintenance. This role sits at the center of keeping assets reliable and operations running smoothly, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Maintenance teams to make sure equipment is ready when it's needed most.
What we can offer- A dynamic learning and training culture built on LEAN principles, with real opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career
- The chance to lead and develop a team of maintenance planning professionals
- Exposure to enterprise maintenance systems, asset lifecycle management, and terminal-wide performance data
- A collaborative environment where your ideas on process improvement are genuinely valued
- A role with real influence-your work directly shapes equipment reliability and operational performance across the terminal
Key responsibilities- Lead maintenance planning activities to keep preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on track
- Coach and develop a team of maintenance planning personnel
- Build maintenance schedules, work plans, and resource allocations that maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime
- Oversee work order administration and keep the CMMS accurate and up to date
- Manage maintenance-related purchase orders, supplier invoices, and vendor coordination
- Maintain asset records, including equipment hours, asset creation and disposal, and compliance documentation
- Track and report on maintenance KPIs, fuel and electricity consumption, and equipment utilization
- Support workforce planning and budgeting to make the best use of labor, materials, and contractors
Above all, APM Terminals is committed to fostering innovation, supporting work-life balance, and investing in the professional development of every team member.
What we're looking for- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Asset Management, Maintenance Management, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
- 3-5 years of progressive experience in maintenance planning, equipment maintenance, asset management, or terminal operations
- Familiarity with CMMS, asset management systems, or enterprise maintenance software
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities, with confidence prioritizing competing demands
- Clear, effective communication skills, written and verbal
- Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement -- someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day
Salary: $76K - $86KLocation: Miami, FL
Physical Demands & Work EnvironmentYou will work in both office and terminal environments and will regularly engage in warehouse and yard activities. This role requires standing, walking, lifting, and occasional work outdoors in varying weather conditions. During peak operational periods, flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays may be required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
