EMR Lead
- LocationGhana, Tema, 8800
- Work typeNot stated
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted27 October 2026
- SourceMaersk's careers page (Workday)
About the role
EMR LEAD JL3
The EMR Lead is responsible for the operation of Maersk Equipment Maintenance & Repair (EMR) activities within the assigned location, ensuring containers are maintained and repaired to the required quality standards while achieving optimal cost efficiency. The role serves as the technical focal point between Maersk, depots, and repair vendors, driving supplier performance, operational excellence, quality compliance, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will leverage their understanding of container operations, depot activities, and repair processes to ensure the best repairs are completed at the best possible cost while supporting equipment availability and customer requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage EMR daily operation for specific location.
• Insights and behavior to assist cost control.
• Analysis and identify potential fault of EMR activities from daily operation and solve problems.
• Monitor EMR suppliers on quality and productivity control.
• Follow up the implementation of EMR policy and instructions from CENEMR SOP.
• Unit cost management and analysis.
• Propose SOPs for specific operation.
• Monitor the equipment Out of Service status for specific location to ensure repair shops productivity.
• Perform depot audits periodically on repair shops in specific locations to control inspection and repair quality. Check the implementation of corrective action plans by EMR suppliers.
• Assist and support Procurement in identifying potential EMR suppliers for Maersk.
• Check and ensure the implementation of EMR policy and instructions from CENEMR SOP.
• Manage relevant systems to ensure data quality.
• Liaise closely with Area Equipment teams for any on-ground issues and contingencies.
• Initiate and drive end-to-end equipment-related cost saving initiatives, including transport and storage costs.
• Actively engage with multiple stakeholders to optimize working relationships across organizational entities.
• Own and manage the supply/evacuation of equipment across various transport modalities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Be responsible for the operation of Maersk Equipment Maintenance & Repair (EMR) activities for a specific location in the region, including the daily management of EMR activities and managing optimal equipment flows.
Who We Are Looking For
Someone with:
• Experience within container operations, depot operations, equipment management, shipping, logistics, transportation, or supply chain environments.
• A strong understanding of container equipment, depot activities, and operational workflows.
• Experience managing suppliers, vendors, repair facilities, or third-party service providers.
• A cost-conscious mindset with the ability to challenge repair estimates and drive cost-effective outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with operational and cost analysis.
• Experience monitoring operational performance, quality standards, and supplier productivity.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair processes or a strong willingness to develop technical expertise in this field.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence internal and external partners.
• Experience working with operational systems, reporting tools, and data quality management.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and quality control.
• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment while balancing customer requirements, quality, and cost.
• Experience in container maintenance and repair, depot operations, equipment management, or the shipping industry will be advantageous.
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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