Senior Manager Equipment Maintenance & Performance – Deurganckdok

About the Position

As a Senior Manager Equipment Maintenance & Performance at Deurganckdok, you will lead the Crane Services and Rolling Stock departments, ensuring that critical assets operate safely, reliably, and cost-effectively. You will bridge strategic asset management with daily operational execution, playing a key role in maximizing availability, reliability, and maintenance performance. As the right-hand person to the Director of Engineering & Facilities, you will actively participate in operational and tactical decision-making, drive the performance of both assets and contractors, and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance, availability, and reliability of cranes and rolling stock, and adjust based on KPIs (such as uptime, breakdowns, and response times)
• Lead the managers of Crane Services and Rolling Stock, coaching and developing their teams, and fostering a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Translate strategic asset management objectives into maintenance priorities, optimal resource allocation, and initiatives that increase the reliability and efficiency of our assets
• Coordinate closely with the Maintenance Planning and Reliability Engineering departments to prioritize and execute maintenance work optimally
• Act as contract manager for maintenance and service contracts within the responsibility area of Crane Services and Rolling Stock, ensuring suppliers contribute to the desired performance, reliability, and availability of our assets
• Monitor contractual KPIs and SLAs, evaluate supplier performance, initiate improvement actions, and serve as the escalation point for operational and technical contract issues
• Support contract renewals, tenders, and the selection of strategic partners in collaboration with Procurement and Legal
• Make operational and tactical decisions (within your area of responsibility) and serve as the escalation point for critical technical or operational challenges
• Support the Director of Engineering & Facilities and represent the department in strategic consultation and decision-making processes

Requirements

• A master's degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical education and at least 10 years of experience in a technical or industrial environment, with several years in a managerial role
• Strong expertise in asset management, maintenance strategies, and the operational management of critical technical assets in an asset-intensive environment
• Experience in contract and vendor management, including defining, monitoring, and improving performance contracts and service level agreements (SLAs)
• Combine analytical insight with experience in contract and vendor management, KPI steering, and the continuous improvement of performance, reliability, and efficiency
• Be a strong people manager and communicator who collaborates smoothly with various stakeholders and expresses themselves professionally in Dutch and English

We Offer

• A responsible role within a dynamic and international port environment
• A position with an impact on both operational performance and team development
• Day shift with flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home
• An attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits (company car with charging pass, meal and eco-cheques, group and hospitalization insurance, expense reimbursement, bonus plan, smartphone with subscription, and a travel card for commuting)

About the Company

DP World is a global player in logistics and supply chain, with a network of ports, terminals, and logistics parks. At Deurganckdok, we manage one of Europe's largest container terminals. With advanced cranes, an extensive straddle carrier fleet, and the dedication of our employees, we ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable handling of containers.

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