Container Handling Equipment Operator

KenyaFull-timePosted Aug 4, 2026
APM Terminals

Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We have an opportunity for a Machine Operator who will be responsible and operates a container Handling Equipment in the depot  in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and according to yard layout.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.

Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The main purpose of the role is to safely operate reach stackers & Empty container handlers in accordance to planning schedule and supervisor instructions.

  • Operates Empty Handler/Reach Stacker to stack containers in a safe manner within the allocated stacking areas by adding support to the smooth functioning in yard operation.

  • Coordinate with the planning section and yard Planner/Technical ops Lead/Loading Clerk for instructions on positions or areas to stack containers.

  • The key impact of this incumbent will be the delivery of operational efficiencies and execution of day-to-day operational activities.

  • Communicate with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct block at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and fuel

  • Operate to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops

  • Housekeeping moves and environment

Accountable for:

  • Carry out all routine pre and post inspection on CHE

  • Following safe operating procedures and instructions

  • Follow work queue instructions directed by planning for discharge and/or evacuation sequences.

  • Identifies and report any controls malfunctions before, during or after the shift

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Requires at least two years of equipment handling or similar work experience in a commercial port environment.

  • Requires a high level of planning and organizational skills

  • Has knowledge of different types of CHE and their characteristics

  • Excellent visual acuity, No color blindness

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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

 

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing  accommodationrequests@maersk.com

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