Drydocking Manager - Fleet Technical Operations

Drydocking Manager

About Us:

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.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization 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.

 Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Role Purpose:

The Drydocking Manager supports the Head of Docking in the day-to-day management and operational execution of the global drydocking program for Maersk-owned vessels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operational pipeline of all upcoming, ongoing, and recently completed drydocking's across the fleet.

• Support pre-docking planning activities including scope preparation, tendering, and the end-to-end execution process.

• Schedule and coordinate deployment of Docking Superintendents and Steel Supervisors across global docking events.

• Support implementation of the Maersk Drydocking Model as the standard execution framework across all fleet groups.

• Track completion of pre-docking inspections, UTM assessments, and steel renewal strategies.

• Manage the DD Exception Tool, ensuring structured approval workflows are followed for scope variations and cost overruns.

• Prepare regular cost performance summaries and docking status reports for the Head of Docking and senior stakeholders.

• Ensure consistent CAPEX vs. OPEX treatment across docking events in line with defined finance guidelines.

• Coordinate project review meetings, status calls, and ad hoc discussions across internal and external stakeholders.

• Support the rollout of the new ERP Drydocking Module as the central digital management platform.

• Maintain data integrity across technical and financial inputs to enable reliable analytics, benchmarking, and reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Technical

• Seagoing experience in a senior shipboard management position, combined with a minimum of 2 years of relevant shore-based experience in technical management, fleet operations, drydocking, or related maritime functions.

• Good understanding of drydocking processes, class requirements, and marine regulatory frameworks.

Operational & Management

• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent docking events across geographies.

• Experience in budget management, cost tracking, and financial reporting in a technical operations context.

• Exposure to ERP systems and ship management platforms is an advantage.

Digital & Analytical

• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project; experience with BI tools (Power BI / SNOW) preferred.

• Comfortable working with data platforms and digital management tools; experience with drydocking or maintenance management systems is a plus.

• Ability to synthesize operational and financial data into clear management insights.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator in English with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.

• Assertive, structured, and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Comfortable working in a global, multicultural environment across time zones.

• Positive team player with a collaborative working style.

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.

 

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Experience Level

Mid Level