Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
I lead Maintenance & Repair operations across four regions — MEAI, Mediterranean & Africa, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia — for ITT Tank Containers, managing a combined fleet of approximately 32,000 TEU. That means full P&L accountability, a network of depots across 20+ countries, a team of seven technical professionals, and the responsibility of keeping thousands of tank containers moving safely and efficiently across global supply chains. Over 14 years in this industry, I've built M&R functions from the ground up, driven consistent year-on-year cost reductions, cut average tank turnaround time by over 10%, and developed the vendor governance frameworks that translate directly into fleet uptime and commercial reliability. My technical foundation is deep — cargo acceptance, IMDG/ADR/RID/IATA DGR compliance, tank coding, corrosion and pitting management, damage claims, and complex repair assessment. As a member of the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP), I stay current with evolving regulatory frameworks and apply them daily in operational decisions that carry real legal and commercial weight. I also run Quantum Trade, a LinkedIn knowledge platform with 4,000+ followers focused on global trade, tank container operations, and maritime logistics — where I translate operational realities into strategic insight for industry professionals. Currently completing an MBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Knight College Malta, December 2025), building toward COO-level leadership in the tank container or broader maritime logistics sector. If you're working on something interesting in this space — whether that's a role, a collaboration, or an industry conversation — I'm open to connecting. "Currently developing an AI-assisted M&R estimate review tool using Microsoft Copilot Studio, applying AI to reduce manual processing time across high-volume depot repair workflows in the MEAI region."
Following the acquisition of Bulktainer Logistics by ITT Tank Containers in December 2025, continued as Regional M&R Manager with focused accountability for two strategic regions —MEAI & MED — within the newly unified ITT global M&R structure. Leading M&R operations across a combined fleet of approximately 15,000–16,000 TEU across these regions, with full responsibility for depot performance, cost control, cargo acceptance, regulatory compliance, and fleet utilisation. Regional P&L & Cost Management: Full financial accountability for MEAI and MED M&R spend. Driving cost reduction targets and depot rate optimisation within the consolidated ITT framework. Depot Performance Management: Managing a network of approved repair depots, cleaning stations, and inspection authorities across the Middle East, India, North Africa, and Mediterranean basin. Conducting regular performance audits, escalating underperformance, and enforcing quality standards. Cargo Acceptance & Technical Review: Serving as regional technical authority for SDS-based cargo reviews across hazardous and non-hazardous chemical products. Assessing compatibility, regulatory compliance, and operational risk before acceptance. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring 100% adherence to IMDG, ADR, RID, and ITCO standards across both regions. Member of the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP). BTL-ITT Integration: Actively contributing to the integration of BTL operational processes, depot networks, and reporting frameworks into the ITT global M&R structure — ensuring continuity of service and knowledge transfer during the transition period. Fleet & KPI Reporting: Managing weekly and monthly KPI reporting on TAT performance, cost per repair, depot utilisation, and fleet status across MEAI and MED for CTO-level review. Team Leadership: Leading a regional coordinator team, providing technical guidance and operational direction across multiple time zones and depot locations.
Leading end-to-end Maintenance & Repair operations across four regions —MEAI/MED/NEA/SEA — for a combined fleet of approximately 32,000 TEU. Full P&L accountability for the M&R function across a depot network spanning 20+ countries. Key achievements and responsibilities: Cost & Financial Management: Delivered consistent year-on-year reduction in M&R operational spend through structured cost initiatives, spend tracking, and strategic depot rate negotiations. Directed the end-to-end scrapping programme for non-economical assets, making data-driven decisions on asset lifecycle to recover fleet value. Operational Performance: Reduced average tank turnaround time by over 10% through process reengineering and centralised reporting, directly improving asset utilisation and revenue capacity across all four regions. Technical Leadership: Served as the regional authority on cargo acceptance, conducting SDS-based technical reviews for hazardous and non-hazardous chemical cargoes across diverse product categories. Developed solutions for complex tank challenges including corrosion, pitting, and staining that extended asset serviceable life. Regulatory Compliance: Ensured 100% adherence to IMDG, ADR, RID, and ITCO standards across the fleet. Member of the British Association of Dangerous Goods Professionals (BADGP). Vendor & Depot Management: Managed strategic partnerships with a network of approved repair depots, cleaning stations, and inspection authorities. Established vendor governance framework including regular performance audits, joint technical surveys, and unannounced spot checks. Reporting & Visibility: Championed implementation of a centralised management reporting system providing real-time visibility into fleet status, repair progress, and financial metrics across all regions. Team Leadership: Built and mentored a team of 7 technical professionals across multiple time zones, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
1. Team Leadership: Supervised a team of 16 professionals, ensuring smooth coordination across cleaning, workshop, repacking, yard operations, and steam heating processes. 2. Depot Operations Management: Oversaw end-to-end depot operations, including cleaning, repair, repacking, storage, and heating services, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards. 3. Process Optimization: Streamlined workflows to improve turnaround times for tank cleaning, repairs, and other services, enhancing customer satisfaction. 4. Maintenance Oversight: Monitored the condition of tank containers, ensuring all maintenance and repairs met regulatory and quality standards. 5. Safety & Compliance: Implemented and enforced safety protocols, ensuring compliance with environmental and industrial standards across all operations. 6. Resource Allocation: Managed workforce schedules and optimized the utilization of equipment and resources to meet daily operational targets. 7. Client Interaction: Acted as the primary contact for clients, ensuring timely updates on tank status and addressing customer queries effectively. 8. Inventory Management: Maintained accurate records of tank containers in the yard and coordinated their movement for cleaning, storage, or dispatch. 9. Training & Development: Provided training to team members on standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring consistency and quality in operations. 10. Problem Solving: Addressed operational challenges, such as equipment breakdowns or delays, with effective solutions to minimize disruptions.
I am responsible for safe and efficient operations; to plan, direct and coordinate activities related to inspection, repair, maintenance, Cleaning, heating, drumming, re-packing and storage of intermodal equipment (containers, chassis, etc.), and equipment sales. Responsibilities Provides day-to-day management of employees to ensure a safe and productive workplace. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements as well as corporate policies and procedures Monitors operational activities to ensure KPIs are within acceptable standards Meets customer needs and commitments Oversees procurement to ensure working inventory is on hand and accounted for Develops & maintains a budget, identifies and communicates operational/financial adjustments Establish goals and objectives for the depot team; ops production, profitability, safety, and compliance which align with goals for the region and business unit Monitors & evaluates performance, provides feedback to employees in an effective manner Identifies local business opportunities and develops impactful relationships Participates in community and industry functions as necessary to promote RSA-TALKE.
1# Verify inventory of ISO containers on property 2# Verify tanks have corresponding orders and interchange to be reconciled. 3# Billing and invoice responsibilities 4# Delegation of lift operator work assignments as needed. 5# Uses customer-oriented telephone etiquette to get information. Handles customer orders and records customer requirements on each call or email. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 5# Communicates and coordinates with vendors, customers and inter company departments via email or phone. Responds effectively to customer complaints. 6#Efficiently operates terminal and enters data. 7# Coordinate equipment needs per loading requirements. In Details, 1# Providing updates to the Depot Manager on all work assignment. 2# Carry out immediate tank exterior survey and submit Equipment Inspection Report in EIR surveyors absence for in-coming and out-going tanks. 3# Report major damages to Depot Manager and the Operations Manager promptly. 4# Ensure the distribution and effective communication of critical information within and across departments. 5# Ensure to allocate appropriate space for tank storage that makes retrieve easy and release efficient. 6# Assist the Safety Officer to ensure operations staffs to observe the safety precautions at work and OHSE management requirement. 7# Assist the Depot Manager to oversee correct flow of tank activities are carried out in the depot. 8# Assist in Clients’ plant to facilitate operation supervisors in scheduling outbound and inbound tanks. 9# Assist in Clients’ plant to coordinate export and IDP tanks including efficient empty tank return to depot for utilization. 10# Assist in Clients’ plant for summary preparation on daily discharging reports. 11#supervise in the delivery and redeliver of tanks to/from customer in accordance with customer instruction and contract term while maintaining control stock.
To record proper and accurate tally of cargo discharged from the vessel / loaded on the vessel. • To ensure that all the details are recorded in tally sheet like, date and shift, shed/ berth no., vessel's name, hatch no., gang no. • To record all details of the packages/containers loaded or discharged such as description, marks/container no., weight, condition of packages/seal no., timing of commencement and completion of operation for each sling. • To report to shed superintendent if any packages in received in damaged/ "nil" marks / or in loose condition. • To report if their is any stoppage or idling of the vessel.
• Check incoming shipments and outgoing cargo against import and export documents. • Ensure cargo is fit for shipment and meets standards. • Follow height, weight and special handling requirements when stacking, moving and arranging items on pallets according to storage plans. • Identify and report breaches of safety and security standards. • Identify breaches of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) involving transfer of hazardous materials or dangerous goods. • Interpret and follow safety and security standards. • Perform assembly and disassembly of Unit Load Devices (ULDs). • Process shipments in accordance with established weights and volumes. • Screen cargo for hazardous materials and goods. • Store cargo in warehouses according to storage plans and cargo requirements. • Stow hazardous materials and goods in the designated warehouses. • Transfer and move cargo within the warehouses. • Weigh ULDs for the development of cargo load plans.