Manager, Port Cranes - Barbours Cut Terminal (BCT)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Port Cranes, the Manager, Port Cranes at Port Houston is pivotal in leading specialized teams focused exclusively on the electromechanical maintenance and repair of ship-to-shore (STS) and rubber tired gantry (RTG) cranes. This role emphasizes stringent adherence to advanced preventative maintenance schedules and robust safety protocols, ensuring optimal crane performance and reliability. The crane maintenance manager also serves as the principal crane operations liaison, coordinating strategically with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and crane reliability.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Implement and ensure compliance with Port Houston policies and procedures that govern the operation and maintenance of cranes and related equipment.
• Lead, manage, and supervise a large group of skilled craftsmen in maintaining and repairing ship-to-shore (STS) and rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and economically.
• Effectively communicate with peers, staff, vendors, stakeholders, and internal departments about planned and emergency maintenance repairs.
• Manage and administer all crane maintenance activities and related divisional expenses, including maintaining records, and overseeing capital purchases.
• Ensure all damage claims for Port Houston equipment are accurately processed, repaired, and submitted correctly.
• Prepare all department specific documentation for projects requiring Port Commission or staff approval.
• Ensure environmental and safety compliance in line with Port Houston standards and federal regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing performance data to identify trends and areas for operational enhancements.
• Participate in annual budget preparation and cost analysis.
• Review and recommend long range planning in accordance with departmental and organizational business and strategic goals.
• Work in collaboration with all departments on projects and special assignments.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Director Port Cranes in their absence.
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor.
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you).
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• 4 - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with a solid foundation in Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics or Business Administration/Management with a focus in leadership or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required.
• Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes, and spreader repair experience, including specific knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical related maintenance experience required.
• 10+ years of general supervisory experience in Crane maintenance in any ports, construction, production, or manufacturing facilities.
• Budgeting and profit and loss management experience.
• Certifications in accreditation courses specializing in leadership principles preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Behaviors

• Experience managing in a large labor environment.
• Specific technical knowledge of maintenance and repair of STS cranes, RTG cranes, spreaders.
• Knowledge of general engineering principles covering mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering.
• Knowledge of terminal and stevedoring operations, especially the coordination of cranes with vessel activity.
• Must be able to interpret engineering drawings, layouts, and specifications.
• Knowledge in crane control systems and mechanical systems.
• Strong and proven leadership capabilities in collaborative leadership and the ability to lead through change.
• Expectations include promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Must be familiar with OSHA and National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of Port Houston policies and procedures.
• High level of planning and organizational skills, with high attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple projects.
• Thorough knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations.
• Ability to use computerized software system(s), specifically those designed for maintenance and repair of cranes.
• Ability to respond to equipment emergency situations outside of normal working hours.
• Ability to find the most economical means to conduct operations.

Key Competencies Required

• Achieving Results
• Coaching
• Focus Upon Quality
• Leadership Presence
• Planning and Organizing

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. We appreciate your interest in Port Houston. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.