Head of OT Optimization

One of the 4 core strategic pillars in APMTs longer term strategy is operational excellence: “This is our platform for current and new terminals, where all value streams are standard, scalable, and replicable from acquisition, to construction, integration and all the way down to running a terminal”. Implementing, optimizing and scaling Operations Technology will play a pivotal role in achieving our strategic goals, ranging from initiatives like implementing complex brownfield automation at fast pace to optimize Manhours per move or efforts to optimize running-hours per move by deploying asset digitization in our more conventional terminals. To be successful, our terminals need to be supported by a focused, aligned and agile global team that adds value by Subject Matter Expertise, standardization and agile decision making.

The OT Optimization function is focusing on building a set of operational capabilities and toolsets to measure and forecast OT Product performance, identify optimization opportunities at Product, Terminal and Process level

• Define and execute the OT optimization strategy in collaboration with Product owners and Terminal stakeholders
• Embed strategic actions and toolset to transition from historical to predictive analytics, in conjunction with OEMs and internal partners
• Define optimization sprints in conjunction with Product Owners, OT-BPM team and Terminals to improve OT/automated solution up-time, exception management reduction, reliability and efficiency
• Overlay data over operational processes to identify waste and provide insights into areas of improvement
• Develop tools and reports to standardize the improvement/iteration process
• Establish a clear map of all data generated by the equipment and onboard/offboard systems
• Deliver visualization models to gain additional efficiencies
• Be an SME providing relevant level of technical content to support processes (operational BAU)
• Support optimization and prioritization of roadmaps with Product Owners and COOs
• Drive stakeholder collaboration across OT teams and with external stakeholders
• Bridging data insights with operational experience

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Container Terminal Operations, with proven analytical skills in optimizing for example Terminal Planning, equipment reliability or other
• Excellent project management experience in a real time environment (logistics, shipping, etc) and exposure to process landscape.
• Good understanding of OT, automated systems and controls, or related TECH infrastructures architecture.
• Advanced knowledge in technology deployment and operational interfaces, experience build up through projects and or start ups (ramp up)
• Leader of leaders experience with proven track record to boost team and cross functional tam performance

Skills:

• Team player, capable of motivating peers and reports to achieve project success.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Good knowledge in standard professional programs (i.e. MS Office, ERP/CMMS systems)
• Persuasive, being able to influence colleagues and vendors to reach the functional or project goals.
• Driven, self-motivating, result orientated.
• High discipline – following through on actions and ensuring necessary documentation.
• Ability to motivate and develop employees to create a performance driven organization.
• High quality awareness and ability to work with constant care.
• Sensitive to cultural diversity and experience in a multicultural environment, in regard to colleagues, employees of vendors and other stakeholders.

Education:

Engineering/finance/business degree or similar