M&R Operations Manager (Container Repair & Safety)

Freightliner Group Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance from day 1

25 days annual leave

Work180 endorsed employer

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Discounts platform

Cycle to work scheme

Car lease scheme

Technology scheme

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Freightliner Group Ltd seeks an experienced Maintenance and Repair (M&R) Manager to lead the Southampton M&R department, overseeing container repairers and admin staff. You will ensure repairs meet industry standards and customer requirements while achieving departmental targets.

You will drive safety, develop a high-performing team, and manage budgets, resources and service levels in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. This role requires strong leadership and continuous improvement focus.

Qualifications

• Proven container M&R or depot management experience, including leading teams and operations.
• Strong understanding of port and shipping line operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day M&R operations and ensure safe, efficient repairs.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team with a culture of accountability and safety.
• Ensure repairs meet IICL and shipping line standards and customer requirements.
• Manage resources, budgets and KPIs to deliver targets and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement across operations, service and safety.
• Lead risk assessments, audits and incident investigations as required.
• Ensure accurate damage surveys, estimates and repairs per standards.
• Maintain relationships with customers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor procurement of parts and materials for productivity.
• Provide concise reports, presentations and business correspondence.
• Promote positive health, safety and environmental practices.

Skills

Container M&R management

Team leadership

Welding qualification desirable

IICL knowledge

Budgeting & cost control

Safety culture champion

Job description

Freightliner Group Ltd seeks an experienced Maintenance and Repair (M&R) Manager to lead the Southampton M&R department, overseeing container repairers and admin staff. You will ensure repairs meet industry standards and customer requirements while achieving departmental targets.

You will drive safety, develop a high-performing team, and manage budgets, resources and service levels in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. This role requires strong leadership and continuous improvement focus.