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Job Description

Faststream is currently searching for an Assistant Manager for container & vessel operations for a large scale shipping line in their Dubai office.

Role Overview:
Location: Dubai
Focus: Managing container and vessel assets, improving operational efficiency across regional offices, and ensuring high standards in port turnaround times, vendor relations, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:
Container & Vessel Management:
  • Oversee container and vessel assets, managing loading, discharging, turnaround times, and maintenance.
  • Address escalated operational issues and liaise with terminals to resolve port-related problems.
  • Arrange transshipment onto third-party vessels to optimise container flow.
Operational Efficiency & Cost Control:
  • Coordinate with regional offices to monitor costs and analyse operational performance.
  • Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with front offices.
  • Manage vendor relationships, ensuring tariffs are updated in the system and facilitating annual procurement.
Asset Utilisation & Maintenance:
  • Track yard space usage, dwell times, and manage container repair costs.
  • Conduct audits for depot operations, including food-grade container management, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Provide technical support and training for regional teams on container repair and recovery.
Sustainability & Green Initiatives:
  • Drive corporate sustainability efforts, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
  • Lead CO₂ reduction projects and develop green strategies in collaboration with global headquarters.
  • Coach stakeholders to align with the organisation’s environmental objectives.
Qualifications & Skills:
  • Degree or Diploma in Maritime Business, Business Administration, or Logistics.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in liner shipping and vendor management preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Proactive and independent with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary package and health cover as per German regulations.
  • Opportunities for career growth within a global shipping network.
  • Dynamic work environment with a diverse team based in central Hamburg.
  • Regular travel to support and collaborate with regional offices and terminal partners.
If you have a strategic mindset with a strong focus on cost control and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.
If you know of anyone who could suit this role, please do share this role with them!