Container Operations Executive (Equipment Flow, Maintenance & Repair)

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

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At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Key responsibilities

As a Container Operations Executive, you will be responsible for overseeing equipment operations across the Philippines, ensuring optimal container availability and quality to support import/export demands. You’ll play a key role in maintaining high service delivery standards, coordinating with vendors, and driving operational improvements in equipment flow and maintenance & repair (EMR).

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure complete equipment stock availability across the country, with a focus on optimizing container turn-time, reducing idle equipment, and leveraging flow area synergies.
• Monitor and manage longstanding empty containers in accordance with aged cargo procedures, including annual container verification requirements.
• Ensure compliance with vendor service delivery standards and performance KPIs.
• Collaborate with EMR GSC, Regional Equipment Flow, and Vendor Performance teams to support the implementation of EMR and EQU-related projects.
• Participate in vendor audits and evaluate repair quality and supplier performance, including both pre-audits of repair estimates and post-audits of completed work.
• Contribute to regular performance reviews by collecting and analyzing cost data within the EQU and EMR scope, aiming to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve key operational metrics such as quality and turn-times.
• Serve as the main point of contact for terminals, depots, repair shops, and vendors managing empty containers.
• Guide and support local operational teams (Customer Experience) to enhance the execution of equipment-related processes and best practices.
• Oversee and manage processes to ensure sufficient and appropriate equipment stock levels at all depots across the country or cluster.
• Support equipment flow and steering strategies to prevent stock imbalances, including out-of-stock and overstock situations.

We’re looking for

• At least 2 years of experience in equipment flow or container maintenance & repair within the shipping industry.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, especially across multiple port locations.
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed.
• A proactive, results-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence.
• Ability to work independently at repair sites and driving vendor compliance.
• IICL certification is a plus.

This role is open to candidates residing Manila, Philippines and will be hired under local employment terms in either country.