Mobile Equipment & Workshop Specialist

About the role

DP World is seeking a Mobile Equipment & Workshop Specialist to support the reliability, maintenance and continuous improvement of mobile equipment and workshop operations. The role focuses on maximizing equipment availability and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and operational standards.

Key responsibilities

• Support maintenance, repair and reliability of Reach Stackers, Empty Container Handlers, Terminal Tractors and Forklifts.
• Monitor performance using KPIs such as MTBF, preventive maintenance compliance, availability, utilization, fuel consumption and emissions.
• Analyse recurring failures, conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Perform predictive maintenance, diagnostics and quality inspections.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems and support RCM implementation.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and ensure workshop compliance with health, safety, environmental and ISO standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, Hydraulic Systems engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in maintenance, repair or engineering of heavy mobile equipment.
• Experience with container terminal equipment or similar heavy industrial machinery preferred.
• Valid Class B driving licence and ability to work at heights.

Required skills

• Knowledge of Reach Stackers, Empty Container Handlers, Terminal Tractors and Forklifts.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic and mechanical schematics.
• Use of diagnostic software and CMMS (Maximo).
• Predictive maintenance techniques: vibration analysis, thermal imaging, ultrasonic testing, oil analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks or CATIA.
• Understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement methods (Kaizen, 5S, A3).