Maintenance Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - Kingston Wharves

 

This position is responsible for maintaining and making available all mobile port cranes and other container handling equipment, utility motor vehicles and various miscellaneous equipment. Minimizing downtime of equipment and fixtures by developing effective and speedy solutions for malfunctions

CORE FUNCTION:

• To maintain mechanical and electrical systems on mobile port cranes and other container handling equipment (stackers, container handlers, terminal tractors, bomb carts and man lift)
• To ensure the deployment of equipment as per check out procedure
• To ensure that all equipment are maintained as per manufacturers specification
• To log all corrective and preventive actions executed on the various units.
• To maintain electrical circuits relating to lighting, air-conditioning units and stand-by generators for all equipment.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:-

a. SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Electrical and electronic control systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Engines preferably Cummins (QST30, QSM11, B5.9) and Perkins etc.
• Pneumatic systems

b. TRAINING:

• Electrical and electronics systems troubleshooting
• Industrial Engines, Hydraulic systems and Pneumatic systems
• Comprehension of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control circuits

c. QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least tertiary level (Diploma) education in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with strong electrical bias or equivalent is required

d. EXPERIENCE:

• Ideally, a minimum of three (3) years industrial experience in industrial operating systems and maintenance especially with heavy-duty equipment systems is required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES

• Troubleshoot and correct mechanical and electrical defects
• Ability to design and implement electrical systems
• Satisfactory oral and written skills
• Good time management skills
• Good human relation and management skills
• Ability to use initiative

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

• Ability to work comfortable at heights exceeding 40-50m or 120-170 feet.
• Requires the incumbent to move around the terminal by way of foot /service vehicle.
• Required to work in cramped spaces occasionally

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted to recruitment@kwljm.com and addressed to:

The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Kingston Wharves Limited
195 Second Street, Newport West,
Kingston 13.

Mechanic (Kingston, Jamaica) - Kingston Wharves Limited

To maintain mechanical systems of container handling equipment – mobile harbour cranes, stackers, container handlers, terminal tractors, bomb carts and man lift – to a high performance standard

MECHANIC

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintenance of all container handling equipment, utility motor vehicles, and miscellaneous equipment as per manufacturers specifications
• Minimizing downtime of equipment by developing effective and speedy solutions for malfunctions.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3-5 years practical experience
• Experience with maintenance of heavy equipment such as in the construction and port industries will be an asset
• Must be computer literate.
• Holder of a general Driver’s License
• Knowledge of the shipping industry would be an asset

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with hydraulics, diesel engines, transmission, steering and braking systems is essential
• Ability to focus on preventative/predictive maintenance activities and minimize corrective maintenance activities is required
• Excellent time management skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Be passionate about customer service
• Excellent human relations skills and ability to work in a team
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and decision making skills
• Ability to work under pressure.

Applications accompanied by resumes should be submitted to recruitment@kwljm.com and addressed to:

The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Kingston Wharves Limited
195 Second Street, Newport West,
Kingston 13.

Executive Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Rubis Jamaica

 Job Summary

To provide confidential organizational assistance and general administrative support by working closely with the Managing Director and the executive management team on the execution of confidential strategies and action plans within the business, maintaining an accurate records management system, executing special projects, conducting research and analysis and providing relevant information, attending meetings with or on behalf of the Managing Director, helping to develop and execute communication plans and maintaining good relations with all heads of departments.

Key deliverables will include but not limited to:

• Providing general administrative support to the Managing Director and Executive Management Team
• Providing administrative assistance, such as writing and editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the executives’ behalf
• Maintaining comprehensive and accurate records
• Performing minor accounting duties
• Organizing meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders, and organizing catering when necessary
• Acting as the point of contact between the executives and internal or external colleagues
• Organizing meetings and booking meeting rooms
• Handling correspondence directed to managers
• Making travel arrangements and detailed travel itineraries
• Taking dictation and minutes and writing them up subsequently
• Producing reports and presentations
• Handling all matters requiring interactions with the Company Office of Jamaica, Office of Stamp Commissioner, Registrar General’s Department and Office of Titles
• Preparing, executing, and storing all contracts (except HR employment contracts) and manage the Companies Contract Management System
• Preparing procedural documents of all cases for mediation, arbitration, and litigation and Co-ordinating the scheduling of hearings at the Supreme/Resident Magistrates Courts and Dispute Resolution Foundation

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good command in both oral and written English
• Proficiency in computer skills and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Protocol and situational appropriateness
• Good judgement and decision-making ability
• Attention to details and a commitment to maintain high standards and discipline
• Skill in multi-tasking and time management
• Able to work well under pressure, both independently and as a team
• Analytical and results oriented
• Work on own Initiative and be highly personally and professionally motivated
• Ability to work well at all levels
• Must be approachable and helpful to all and promote and support team development
• Promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• First degree in related discipline and/or Professional Certification
• Paralegal Qualification would be an asset
• At least 3 years’ experience providing support at a high level
• Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures
• Knows how to execute with excellence

Send applications to:  n.clarke@rubis-caribbean.com

Warehouse Assistant (Montego Bay, Jamaica) - Tropical Battery Co. Ltd.

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, at our Montego Bay location. The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Picking, Packaging and Sorting of company products for delivery.
• Accompany Drivers to do deliveries to customers as necessary.
• Arrangement and organize stock items in the warehouse.
• Participate in quarterly stock count and inspect company products for damages.
• Keep the warehouse area clean and organized.
• Compliance with safety procedures and practices in the warehouse.

Education and Experience:

• Secondary School Certificate.
• Knowledge of or interest in automotive Industry.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Be trustworthy and honest.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Be receptive to direct supervision.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Interested applicants are invited to send applications with resumes to:

The Human Resource Manager

srussell@tropicalbattery.com  no later than  August 16, 2024.