Head of Engineering, Ports&Terminals, SSA The Technical Manager Plan organizes, direct, control and coordinate the engineering and technical operations of organizations using the policies of DPW to achieve the highest performance for all equipment’s and doing the maintenance for the equipment in a standard level of DPW. Manage and direct activities of Engineering department through his direct reported subordinates in a customer-oriented approach to meet the Operations requirements, DPW SSA RO Office and Global Engineering standard in a cost-effective manner with adherence to DPW performance, safety, quality and productivity world class standard. This position reports to the Terminal COO and the main purpose of the role is to be responsible for the consistent high level of availability and reliability of all Equipment and Infrastructure. Key Performance Areas Managerial : Ensure adherence to safety and discipline in Technical department. Promote the local benchmarks and the terminal productivity by understanding current practices, identifying weak points/process and setting up improvement plans. Attend weekly review meetings with the terminal management to present technical department performance and required support when needed. Prepare the strategic plan for the engineering department short and long term in line with the head office and regional objectives. Manage the department’s financial, administrative, and personnel activities Perform the required reviews for his subordinates and ensure this is done as per the DPW Human Capital Guidelines for all levels. Ownership and commitment for closing all Audit points without delays. Develop, implement and enforce technical department’s policies, procedures, and guidelines in coordination with the DPW Regional and head office. Any other work deemed fit for structuring of tasks and goals, to achieve high productivity with efficient utilisation of equipment and labour. Teamwork: Act as the key internal and external focal point for the company’s technical activities Liase with equipment, spares&parts vendors on a regular basis. Set out regular guidelines to Purchase&Stores for optimal inventory management Prepare and manage annual budget for technical&material stores department. Maintain and enhance relationships and goodwill with departments, equipment&material (spares, etc.) vendors, maintenance contractors Implement and monitor training and safety programs for the staff in line with the DPW regional and Global Safety Guidelines Technical: Ensure the performance of periodical scheduled maintenance plan as per the OEM, DPW and agreed industry standards. Ensure best quality equipment, spares and parts are utilized at best available price Monitor Performance KPIs and implement Best Practices for Technical as per DPW Guidelines. Identify and develop the department’s technology and training requirements Provide regular process control checks and initiate and support performance improvement activities. Drive the innovation spirit within the department to better serve the operations and the terminal annual objectives. Keep track of latest developments in equipment technology. Qualifications and Experience Preferably M.Sc in Engineering or bachelor's in mechanical or electrical. 5 years of relevant experience in managerial position. Minimum 10 years’ experience within Container/General Cargo terminal operations with a keen interest in best business practices and process improvement. Detailed knowledge of Port&ICD Equipment and the business works In depth knowledge of terminals’ organisation, engineering, resource planning, procedures, business processes, budgeting and related financial controls. Knowledge of Safety, Environmental and Security and how they relate to terminal. Analytical thinking towards successful process continuous improvement and procedures, together with LEAN knowledge. Project Management skills and financially oriented with ability to understand and handle the Engineering Cost and budget Excellent presentation skills can persuade people and explain complex matters with ease. Ability to communicate in multicultural environment from blue collars to executive management. Strong relationship management skills, ability to convince people. Ability to deliver staff training when required. Capable and hands on to swiftly build or analyse large Excel files and financial models. Capable of writing well-structured reports and business models. The desire to learn, keeping up to date and adapt to a changing business environment impacting business practices, procedures and assessments. Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems. Ability to quickly switch from strategic to tactical issues between dozens of projects in the same day. Embraced new technologies, processes to change work environment. Open and embracing of change and change management. Ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels within the organisation. Ability to recognise issues, analyse, formulate and implement appropriate solutions. Excellent influencing skills demonstrated through verbal and written communication. Ability to identify, assess and control safety and environmental risks related to the business units. Ability to negotiate&minimise conflict where required to ensure compliance to all health, safety&environmental requirements. Positive attitude, passion for what is done and always provide an extra mile. Excellent team player and collaborator. Multiple language skills preferable (English and Swahili). 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