Global Capex Controller

Maersk; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk seeks a Senior Capex Controller to shape global capital investments within the Business Finance & FP&A function. You will own global CAPEX planning, forecasting, and performance management, partnering with Finance, Asset Management, Procurement, Engineering, Investments, and terminal leadership.

You will set global investment standards, provide leaders with consistent insights for strategic decision-making, and report to the CFO.

Qualifications

• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to drive change across multiple functions.
• Strong leadership with a track record of delivering results and cross-functional influence.
• Finance/Accounting education with advanced qualifications preferred (MBA/MSc/ACCA).
• 7+ years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or related areas in international settings.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain global CAPEX standards for planning, reporting, and governance.
• Own the annual CAPEX budget cycle and CAPEX components of the five-year plan.
• Lead global CAPEX forecasting and provide timely expenditure visibility.
• Drive long-term investment planning leveraging asset replacement cycles and business priorities.
• Own the CAPEX performance management framework with monthly/quarterly reviews.

Skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Leadership

Finance degree

7+ years experience

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Capital-intensive industry experience

Education

Finance/Accounting degree, MBA/MSc/ACCA preferred

Job description

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving, observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.

Senior Capex Controller

As Senior Capex Controller, you will play a critical role in shaping how APM Terminals plans, governs, and manages capital investments globally. Working within the Business Finance & FP&A function, you will own the global CAPEX planning, forecasting, and performance management agenda while partnering with stakeholders across Finance, Asset Management, Procurement, Engineering, Investments, and terminal leadership.

You will help establish and maintain global standards for investment planning, reporting, and performance management, ensuring leadership has access to consistent and actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and effective capital allocation. This is a highly visible role with close interaction with the CFO and senior leaders, providing transparency on investment performance, cash flow implications, and portfolio priorities that support APM Terminals' long-term growth ambitions.

What We Can Offer

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement means every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers by continuously refining how we work. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Work closely with senior leaders, including the CFO, on strategic investment planning and decision support.


• Contribute to the development of global standards, governance frameworks, and performance management practices.


• Collaborate with international stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, Engineering, Asset Management, and terminal operations.


• Be part of a continuous improvement culture focused on strengthening forecasting, transparency, automation, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain global standards for CAPEX forecasting, investment cash flow planning, and reporting.


• Own the annual CAPEX budget cycle and CAPEX components of the strategic five-year Business Plan.


• Lead the global CAPEX forecasting process, providing accurate and timely visibility of expenditure and cash flow performance.


• Drive long-term investment planning by leveraging asset replacement cycles and aligning capital allocation with business priorities.


• Own the CAPEX performance management framework, including monthly and quarterly reviews of investment performance and forecast accuracy.


• Partner with Procurement, Asset Management, Finance Business Partners, and regional teams to strengthen planning assumptions, governance, and reporting consistency.


• Enhance investment insights, analytics, reporting capabilities, and digital solutions to improve decision-making and transparency.

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset, curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.


• Leadership expectation: We are looking for people who consistently put customers first, lead by example with respect for people, deliver results with integrity, and drive continuous improvement by solving problems at the root, developing people, and raising standards every day.


• Degree in Finance and Accounting, preferably MBA, M.Sc., ACCA, or a similar qualification, with strong knowledge of Finance and application of IFRS from reporting to valuation.


• At least 7 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Business Partnering, Controlling, Investment Finance, or related disciplines.


• Proven experience leading planning, forecasting, performance management, and cross‑functional initiatives in an international environment.


• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving capabilities with a hands‑on approach.


• High level of integrity, dependability, urgency, and results orientation, with excellent written and verbal English communication skills.


• Experience within a capital‑intensive industry such as logistics, infrastructure, transportation, industrial, or energy is 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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