Head of Chartered Fleet Operations & Performance

About the Role Chartering Operations plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of Maersk’s global time-chartered (TC) fleet. This role leads teams across Copenhagen and Mumbai , combining operational oversight with strategic governance . You will drive fleet performance, strengthen governance, and advance a data-driven, performance-focused operating model , while shaping future ways of working and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Governance Lead and develop Chartering Operations teams across locations Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient fleet operations Strengthen governance, processes, and ways of working Drive accountability, collaboration, and capability development Fleet Performance & Escalations Drive reliability, safety, and operational performance of the TC fleet Lead escalations across technical, compliance, and network impacts Ensure structured follow-up on incidents and recurring challenges Support cross-functional performance improvement initiatives Owner & Stakeholder Management Manage relationships with Owners, Managers, and internal stakeholders Lead operational and performance discussions with partners Represent Chartering Operations in cross-functional forums Drive solution-oriented handling of disruptions and escalations Performance & Data Enablement Strengthen performance governance and reporting frameworks Enable data-driven decision-making across operations Support insights for reliability, energy, and compliance performance Align reporting structures, systems, and methodologies Continuous Improvement & Strategy Drive initiatives to improve governance, reliability, and performance Simplify processes and enhance operational transparency Support transformation towards a performance-driven organisation What We’re Looking For Proven leadership in global, operational environments Strong experience in container shipping, chartering, or fleet operations Commercial acumen and stakeholder management capability Experience managing escalations and cross-functional coordination Analytical mindset with ability to translate complexity into action Strong communicator across operational, technical, and leadership settings Track record in governance, performance management, and continuous improvement Preferred: Container operations exposure Experience with performance analytics / data-driven operations Understanding of third-party management Background in transformation or operational excellence initiatives Who You Are A collaborative and resilient leader with strong ownership, motivated to drive performance and shape the future of Chartering Operations at Maersk . 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. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing .