Matson Logistics
Fleet Maintenance Manager – Matson Logistics
About the Company
Matson is the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882, servicing Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and the South Pacific islands. It offers two of the world’s largest trade lanes from Asia to the U.S. West Coast and focuses on exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.
About the Role
The Fleet Maintenance Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and provides strategic leadership to the engineering team, ensuring vessel schedule integrity, regulatory compliance, and cost‑effective maintenance operations.
Responsibilities
Operational Management
Verify vessel schedule integrity by monitoring daily performance and identifying potential disruptions.
Approve Port Engineer maintenance plans to align with fleet objectives and regulatory standards.
Coordinate emergent maintenance solutions to minimize downtime.
Communicate repair plans and timelines to stakeholders for transparency.
Manage Port Engineer schedules for optimal resource allocation.
Develop lay‑period work lists for interim dry dock planning.
Provide timely reporting through daily, weekly, and monthly updates.
Oversee senior engineering personnel onboard, including recruitment/selection, training, and preparation of performance reviews.
Financial Management
Develop and manage annual vessel budgets aligned with operational goals.
Audit vendor deliverables and invoices to ensure accuracy and prevent overbilling; resolve discrepancies promptly.
Monitor purchase order performance for cost control and accountability.
Prepare and submit Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) for planned and emergent upgrades.
Compliance and Safety
Implement and refine policies supporting the Safety Management System (SMS).
Ensure environmental stewardship in all vessel operations.
Maintain regulatory certificates and verify compliance with classification requirements.
Monitor safety compliance as a member of the Marine Safety Committee.
Required Skills
Licensed USCG Chief Engineer, Unlimited Steam and Motor (First Assistant or Chief Engineer preferred).
Familiarity with all aspects of vessel operations and technical management for modern US flag containerships.
Experience overseeing shipboard maintenance and repair administration through Nautical Systems Enterprise (NSE).
Proficient in project management with expertise in MS Project.
Excellent ability to craft clear, concise documentation and apply critical analysis to complex problems.
Strong Excel capabilities with hands‑on experience in pivot tables.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, engaging both large and small audiences.
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related maritime discipline.
Experience as a Containership Technical Manager.
Extra Credit
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to commit to long hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary to meet deadlines.
Physical Requirements
Sitting 60 minutes per hour
Walking 60 minutes per hour
Standing 60 minutes per hour
Compensation
The annual salary range is posted for positions in Washington and California. The specific offer will depend upon qualifications and operational considerations.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and supplemental life insurance
Paid leaves of absence, long‑term disability, emergency childcare, dismemberment, and adoption assistance
401(k) with employer matching, cash balance plan, and profit‑sharing
13 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and a tiered vacation plan
Matson is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages qualified individuals to apply. This position is open to candidates who thrive on collaboration, rigorous analysis, and innovative problem solving.
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Matson is the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882, servicing Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and the South Pacific islands. It offers two of the world’s largest trade lanes from Asia to the U.S. West Coast and focuses on exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.
About the Role
The Fleet Maintenance Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and provides strategic leadership to the engineering team, ensuring vessel schedule integrity, regulatory compliance, and cost‑effective maintenance operations.
Responsibilities
Operational Management
Verify vessel schedule integrity by monitoring daily performance and identifying potential disruptions.
Approve Port Engineer maintenance plans to align with fleet objectives and regulatory standards.
Coordinate emergent maintenance solutions to minimize downtime.
Communicate repair plans and timelines to stakeholders for transparency.
Manage Port Engineer schedules for optimal resource allocation.
Develop lay‑period work lists for interim dry dock planning.
Provide timely reporting through daily, weekly, and monthly updates.
Oversee senior engineering personnel onboard, including recruitment/selection, training, and preparation of performance reviews.
Financial Management
Develop and manage annual vessel budgets aligned with operational goals.
Audit vendor deliverables and invoices to ensure accuracy and prevent overbilling; resolve discrepancies promptly.
Monitor purchase order performance for cost control and accountability.
Prepare and submit Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) for planned and emergent upgrades.
Compliance and Safety
Implement and refine policies supporting the Safety Management System (SMS).
Ensure environmental stewardship in all vessel operations.
Maintain regulatory certificates and verify compliance with classification requirements.
Monitor safety compliance as a member of the Marine Safety Committee.
Required Skills
Licensed USCG Chief Engineer, Unlimited Steam and Motor (First Assistant or Chief Engineer preferred).
Familiarity with all aspects of vessel operations and technical management for modern US flag containerships.
Experience overseeing shipboard maintenance and repair administration through Nautical Systems Enterprise (NSE).
Proficient in project management with expertise in MS Project.
Excellent ability to craft clear, concise documentation and apply critical analysis to complex problems.
Strong Excel capabilities with hands‑on experience in pivot tables.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, engaging both large and small audiences.
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related maritime discipline.
Experience as a Containership Technical Manager.
Extra Credit
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to commit to long hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary to meet deadlines.
Physical Requirements
Sitting 60 minutes per hour
Walking 60 minutes per hour
Standing 60 minutes per hour
Compensation
The annual salary range is posted for positions in Washington and California. The specific offer will depend upon qualifications and operational considerations.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and supplemental life insurance
Paid leaves of absence, long‑term disability, emergency childcare, dismemberment, and adoption assistance
401(k) with employer matching, cash balance plan, and profit‑sharing
13 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and a tiered vacation plan
Matson is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages qualified individuals to apply. This position is open to candidates who thrive on collaboration, rigorous analysis, and innovative problem solving.
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