Manager, Engineering - Spacewise

Triton International; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefit plans

Paid holiday leave

Learning and development

ERGs open to all employees

Job summary

Spacewise, a UK subsidiary of Triton International, is hiring a Manager, Engineering to lead container inspection, maintenance, and repair programs in Rainham. You will oversee depot operations, manage repair vendors, and ensure compliance with standards across dry, reefer, and special equipment.

You will collaborate with operations, logistics, and sales teams to optimize fleet performance, control costs, and improve reliability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in container maintenance, equipment engineering, depot operations, logistics, shipping, or related roles.
• Refrigeration/HVAC or electrical engineering experience, ideally with reefers.
• Experience managing engineers/contractors and repair turnaround.

Responsibilities

• Oversee container inspection programs for structural damage and safety concerns.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair for dry containers, reefers, and special equip.
• Supervise depots, technicians, surveyors, and third-party service providers.
• Review repair estimates and decide on repair, sale, or scrapping based on cost and ops.
• Monitor repair expenses and maintenance budgets to maximize fleet utilization.
• Input maintenance details into company databases and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Fault-finding

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project coordination

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Maintenance tracking software

Job description

Who We Are

Spacewise is a wholly owned UK domestic subsidiary of Triton International – the world's largest shipping container company. Since it was founded in 1989 Spacewise has become established as a leader in the UK container leasing market. Spacewise offers the widest range of container types and specifications available for static storage in the UK.

Title: Manager, Engineering

Reports To: General Manager, Spacewise

Location: Rainham, UK

Position Type: Full-time

Who We Are

Spacewise is a wholly owned UK domestic subsidiary of Triton International – the world's largest shipping container company. Since it was founded in 1989 Spacewise has become established as a leader in the UK container leasing market. Spacewise offers the widest range of container types and specifications available for static storage in the UK.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Impact: Contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the global supply chain.
• Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and grow your career with us.
• Culture: Be part of a supportive, innovative, high-performing global team where your ideas are valued.
• Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Do

This role is responsible for managing container inspection, maintenance, and repair activities to support the operational reliability and performance of Triton’s container fleet. The Engineering Manager will oversee depot operations, repair vendors, and maintenance programs for dry containers, refrigerated containers, and specialized equipment, while ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities will include

• Manage container inspection programs to identify structural damage, corrosion, leaks, safety concerns, and overall equipment condition, including conducting regular depot visits.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities for dry containers, refrigerated containers (reefers), and specialized equipment to ensure operational reliability and compliance with company standards.
• Supervise and work closely with repair depots, technicians, surveyors, and third-party service providers to ensure timely and cost-effective repairs.
• Review, approve, and evaluate repair estimates while determining whether containers should be repaired, sold, or scrapped based on operational and financial considerations.
• Monitor repair expenses, maintenance budgets, and equipment performance to support cost control initiatives and maximize fleet utilization.
• Track container condition, availability, repair history, and maintenance activities through internal systems and electronic databases.
• Investigate equipment damage claims, operational failures, and service issues, providing recommendations and corrective actions as needed.
• Support fleet reliability initiatives by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring containers are maintained in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Accurately input and maintain container inspection, repair, and maintenance details within the Company’s electronic systems and databases.
• Collaborate with operations, logistics, sales, and depot teams to support overall fleet performance and customer service objectives.
• Take on additional responsibilities and projects as needed to support business objectives.

What We’re Looking For

• Suitable qualifications and 5+ years of experience in container maintenance, equipment engineering, depot operations, logistics, shipping, or related operational roles.
• Relevant refrigeration/HVAC or electrical engineering experience, ideally with refrigerated containers/reefers.
• Strong fault-finding, maintenance, and repair knowledge.
• Understanding of three-phase electrical systems and safe working practices; Spacewise equipment includes 440V three-phase installations.
• Relevant refrigeration/electrical qualifications would likely be expected or strongly preferred, such as F-Gas
• Experience managing engineers/contractors, allocating service calls, and controlling repair turnaround.
• Ability to manage planned/preventive maintenance, breakdowns, and equipment availability.
• Good customer communication, as Spacewise provides commissioning and ongoing technical/after-sales support.
• Ability to evaluate repair estimates, investigate damage claims, and make recommendations regarding repair, sale, or scrapping of equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required, particularly Excel, Outlook, and reporting tools; experience working with maintenance or equipment tracking systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and external partners.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with depots, surveyors, vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly for depot visits, inspections, and operational meetings.
• High attention to detail with the ability to monitor costs, analyze operational issues, and support fleet optimization initiatives.
• UK driving license is necessary for a field-based operational role.
• Must be able to work on-site five days per week.
• Must be at a commutable distance (within 50 miles) to the Rainham, UK office.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United Kingdom. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

You’ll Succeed Here If You Are

• Aligned to Triton’s company values which include Integrity, Reliability, Creativity, Excellence, Teamwork and Long-term view.
• Skilled at monitoring and managing depot performance in relation to Maintenance & Repair cycle times and M&R average costs and exceptions.
• Diligent and detail-oriented with the consistent ability to apply and manage company policies and requirements with the ability to establish, distribute, and clarify maintenance and repair standards.
• Committed to effectively forming strong interpersonal connections with business owners and key-decision makers with the end goal of constructing and negotiating positive business outcomes.
• A strong communicator who is dedicated to fostering and maintaining strong relationships and delivering the highest level of customer service to internal and external clients.
• Experienced in gathering, evaluating, and distributing local depot situation information and competitor information to share with various stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefit plans
• Paid holiday leave
• Learning and development
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) open to all employees.

Spacewise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.