Electrical Supervisor

Electrical Supervisor

Location:  Hochiminh city , Vietnam

About the Role

As the Electrical Supervisor, you will be involved in Konecranes crane startup and commissioning activities within the Ports Supply Vietnam organization, performing on-site works, tests, and inspections.

You will be part of BA Port Solutions, BU Quay Supply organisation, reporting to the Operation Manager. We are now looking for a new colleague to join our team in Vung Tau, Vietnam.

This is a key role in ensuring smooth electrical installations, commissioning, and troubleshooting of port cranes, while supervising subcontractors and collaborating closely with Konecranes engineering and project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

To enable this, you will focus on the following activities:

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Supervise subcontractors executing electrical installations for cranes and related tasks.

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Provide electrical troubleshooting support, supervise and advise on electrical issues, and act as a bridge between the local partner and the Konecranes team.

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Manage software uploads and updates, ensuring the latest configurations are in place.

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Test and commission crane functions and safety circuits, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

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Adjust sensors and limit switches to optimize crane performance.

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Install spare parts when required.

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Occasionally participate in the loading and unloading of cranes to and from vessels.

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Ensure all work adheres to safety practices and legal requirements.

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Report nonconformities related to crane operations or installation quality.

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Maintain awareness of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

What You'll Bring

Education

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Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.

Nice-to-have

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Training in Industrial Automation, PLC Programming, or Power Systems.

Technical Expertise

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Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, and control systems.

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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.

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Strong electrical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis skills.

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5+ years of industrial electrical experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.

Nice-to-have

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Experience with crane electrical systems (RTG, RMG, STS).

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Knowledge of Siemens PLCs, ABB drives, and fieldbus communication systems.

Leadership & Professional Skills

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Leadership and team supervision skills.

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Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

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Commitment to safety and quality.

Nice-to-have

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Project planning and coordination experience.

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Experience leading multicultural teams.

Language Skills

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Vietnamese: Native

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English: Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate (B2), able to communicate with international teams and work with technical documentation.

Certifications

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Valid electrical safety certification.

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Electrical worker/supervisor license

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Working at Height certification (preferred)

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

What We Offer

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects with support from industry experts. You'll be at the forefront of electrical systems in port cranes, gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Konecranes provides continuous learning and development opportunities, ensuring that you grow alongside the company. With a flexible and inclusive work environment, you'll be part of a global leader in material handling solutions.

Interested?

The location of work is Vung Tau, Vietnam and sometimes require travel across Vietnam.

Do you have what it takes, and do you see yourself joining our community and taking a key role in initiating new ways of working? If yes, please submit your application with a English CV as soon as possible via the Apply link below. Please notice that hiring team is international and English version CV is important.

Application deadline is 23d of August 2026. We appreciate early applications, as we will start interviewing on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Konecranes moves what matters . We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.