Workshop Manager – Container & Material Handling Equipment

Al-Hamd International Container Terminal

Karachi , Pakistan

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Al-Hamd International Container Terminal is seeking a skilled and experienced Workshop Manager to oversee the maintenance and operational efficiency of its container and material handling equipment fleet. The successful candidate will lead a team of technicians, ensuring the reliability, safety, and timely servicing of heavy machinery such as Kalmar and Fantuzzi Reach Stackers, Japanese electric stackers, and Chinese diesel/LPG forklifts. This role is based in Karachi, Pakistan, and offers a competitive salary along with company benefits.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Manage and supervise a team of seven technicians and workshop staff, overseeing daily activities, scheduling, and performance.
Fleet Maintenance: Direct preventive maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs of heavy container handling equipment to minimize downtime.
Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and engine-related issues efficiently.
Workshop Operations: Plan and allocate resources for maintenance activities, monitor repair progress, and ensure timely completion of all workshop tasks.
Safety & Compliance: Enforce workplace health and safety standards, conduct risk assessments, perform equipment inspections, and ensure compliance with lifting equipment certification requirements.
Inventory & Procurement: Manage spare parts inventory, coordinate with local and international suppliers, and optimize procurement costs.
Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of repair quality, accurate maintenance documentation, and ensure equipment readiness for operation.
Performance Monitoring: Keep detailed service records, monitor maintenance expenses, and utilize asset tracking or maintenance management systems to enhance workshop efficiency.

Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automotive Engineering from an HEC-recognized university.
Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years in a similar role such as Workshop Manager, Workshop Foreman, or Lead Engineer within ports, shipping yards, logistics, or heavy material handling environments.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Kalmar and Fantuzzi Reach Stackers, Japanese electric stackers, and Chinese diesel/LPG forklifts.
Mechanical & Electrical Skills: Proficient in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, heavy-duty electrical systems, engine diagnostics, and equipment troubleshooting.
Leadership & Management: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate workshop teams, maintaining discipline, productivity, and accountability.
Planning & Coordination: Excellent organizational skills with experience in maintenance planning and inventory management.
Computer Skills: Familiarity with maintenance management software, asset tracking systems, and MS Office applications is advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Candidates with strong leadership, decision-making, and analytical skills will excel in this role. Effective communication and the ability to coordinate teams under pressure are essential. Commitment to equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and workplace safety is critical. The position offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with applicable company benefits.

Additional Information
This is a full-time position based in Karachi, Pakistan, requiring six working days per week. Working hours will be as per company schedule, and the role requires on-site presence.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated CV along with a brief cover letter highlighting their relevant experience in workshop team management and heavy equipment maintenance.