Global Container Fleet Maintenance and Repair Supervisor/Manager

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Container Maintenance & Repair (M&R) activities of CMA CGM's container fleet across Türkiye and the Black Sea region.
• Review, challenge, approve and optimize repair estimates, ensuring compliance with CMA CGM standards and cost-effectiveness.
• Determine the most appropriate container disposition strategy, including repair, claim, evacuation, off-hire, sale or disposal decisions.
• Monitor and control M&R costs across all locations within the scope and proactively drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Manage high-value and complex repair cases while ensuring equipment availability and operational continuity.
• Conduct depot audits, physical surveys and supplier performance reviews to ensure quality standards and procedural compliance.
• Ensure the implementation and execution of CMA CGM technical guidelines, repair standards and M&R procedures across all stakeholders.
• Monitor depot performance, benchmark local providers and support procurement decisions through technical expertise.
• Manage and monitor empty damage claims and recover repair costs from responsible parties including depots, terminals, carriers, customers and service providers.
• Investigate improper repairs and depot-related damages to secure financial recovery and service quality improvements.
• Act as the regional focal point for all M&R technical matters and provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain close collaboration with Commercial, Logistics, Equipment Control and Headquarters teams to support operational and commercial priorities.
• Serve as the spokesperson for VIP customers regarding equipment condition standards and repair requirements.
• Analyze M&R performance, recovery trends and repair costs, preparing regular reports and recommendations for management.
• Manage associated administrative activities including invoicing, documentation and claims settlement processes.
• Support the deployment of new technologies, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives within the M&R function.
• Provide leadership, coaching and technical guidance within the M&R function, fostering operational excellence, compliance and continuous improvement across the region, while driving team engagement, capability development and high performance.

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Container Maintenance & Repair within the shipping, container leasing, depot or logistics industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of dry containers, reefers, container structures and repair methodologies.
• Experience in damage assessment, estimate validation, depot operations and claims management.
• IICL5 or IICL6 certification is considered a strong advantage.
• Good understanding of maritime transportation, container operations and equipment management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess repair strategies, optimize costs and interpret operational data.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and effectively communicate with customers, vendors, depots, senior management and Headquarters.
• Proven problem-solving capability with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Highly organized, autonomous and capable of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Customer-focused approach with high standards of professionalism and accountability.
• Advanced MS Excel proficiency; relevant certifications are considered an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently for depot visits, audits and operational reviews.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

What we offer:

• Working in an agile, flexible, digital, and social culture
• Flexible working hours
• Working 40 hours a week
• Hybrid working
• Birthday day off
• Fruit Day: every Wednesday
• Happy hours
• Yearly bonus
• Transportation
• Life insurance
• Meal Allowance (Cash/monthly)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Multisport Membership

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We have zero tolerance for inequality and are deeply committed to fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) at every level of our organization. As HR and business partners, we actively drive and support initiatives that build a more inclusive and equitable workplace for all.

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