Principal Engineer
About this role
Jurong Port’s multipurpose port operating expertise includes efficient handling of general, bulk and containerized cargo, management and operations of the Tuas Offshore Marine Centre, and Lighter Terminals in Penjuru and Marina South. Besides Singapore, Jurong Port is involved in overseas joint ventures in China and Indonesia. In 2016, Jurong Port’s local and overseas terminals handled close to 35 million tons of general and bulk cargo, and 560,000 TEUs of container cargo.
The Responsibilities
Reliability Engineering
- Lead, monitor and review equipment failure trend and set direction for follow up actions.
- Establish equipment productivity and availability target.
- Develop and establish protocols, procedures and targets for spare parts service level, stock consumption study, re-order threshold quantity, and parts description updates.
- Lead the reliability team to continuously improve the maintenance procedures and processes inclusive of:
- Review of Preventive Maintenance checklist review
- Develop equipment condition-based maintenance programs
- Review and upgrade Lubrication management system inclusive – lubrication stock consolidation, lube standardization & waste disposal protocol, storage & safety requirements.
- Digitalize the equipment library
- Establish equipment design change protocol, review technical proposal and assume the role of the final endorser before the submission to SLT for approval.
- Participate as a technical representative for cargo handling equipment for Jurong Port in code of practice writing in Singapore
Equipment Projects
- Take the lead in identifying, strategizing, and executing the most challenging and high-impact projects within the material handling system domain.
- Develop equipment layout, functional requirements, research, feasibility study, and budgeting for new businesses initiated by Business Units.
- Provide innovative and optimal solutions to complex engineering challenges, ensuring the successful completion of projects.
- Provide equipment selection consultation and technical support for Port Planning team.
- Prepare budget incurrence/ approval paper, tender approval paper, and contract award paper for Management and Board approval.
- Prepare and conduct technical and project progress updates presentation to senior management team & internal business units as and when required.
- Technical Lead for Equipment Project Team so company’s financial & procurement policies are followed strictly, and projects are completed on time on budget.
- Review tender specification and equipment proposal.
- Ensure compliance to SG standard and code of practices for all projects.
- Conduct due diligence visits to both local and overseas equipment vendor/ supplier.
- Lead and direct equipment testing and commissioning team for all new equipment purchased.
- Mentor and coach the engineers
Staff Training Programs
- Review and endorse training materials prepared by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
- Establish training objectives, competency targets and implementation timelines.
- Review and enhance existing training programmes and develop new programmes when required.
The Requirements
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Advanced degree or certifications in Engineering Management, Project Management, or a related field would be advantageous.
- 15+ years of experience in heavy equipment/process plant project management, maintenance, and reliability engineering.
- Proven track record in successfully leading and managing large-scale projects, particularly in the material handling system domain.
- Experience in handling multiple heavy industry cargo handling equipment with diverse manufacturers, countries of origin, and controlling systems.
- Comfortable with changes and adaptable to evolving project requirements.
- Ability to work effectively in rugged environments and under time pressure.
- Meticulous attention to detail in planning, execution, and documentation.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, able to collaborate with individuals at all levels.
- "Can do" attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Demonstrated personal integrity in decision-making and leadership.
- Passion for engineering and commitment to excellence in project management and equipment reliability.
Company at a glance
Jurong Port (JP) is a world-class multipurpose port operator serving as Singapore's premier gateway for general and bulk cargo. Its port operating expertise includes efficient handling of general, bulk, and containerised cargo at JP Homeport, management and operations of the Tuas Offshore Marine Centre, Lighter Terminals in Penjuru and Marina South as well as overseas ports in China and Indonesia.
JP also owns and operates two of the most modern tank storage terminals in Singapore - Jurong Port Tank Terminals (JPTT) and Jurong Port Universal Terminal (JPUT). With a combined storage capacity of almost three million cubic meter, JP is the largest independent oil storage terminal operator in Singapore. JPUT, in particular, supports approximately 30% of Singapore's annual bunkering volume, reinforcing the nation's position as the top bunkering hub in the world.
JP caters to regional and domestic markets across diverse industry supply chains which include construction, shipbuilding, offshore, transport, logistics, energy, and manufacturing industries. JP's local and overseas terminals handled a total of about 70 million tons of general and bulk cargo and more than half a million TEUs in 2022.
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