M&R Coordinator

About NewPort Tank Containers

NewPort Tank Containers is a world leader in the management and transportation of ISO tank containers. Operating across the globe, NewPort owns and operates over 40,000 containers in the international deep-sea transportation markets. We work alongside our partners to provide innovative solutions for our customers allowing cost savings and transport time reductions thus enabling an increase in their on-time performance and profits.

As part of the Americas region operations, our Humble, TX office plays a critical role in supporting our customers and ensuring shipments move safely and efficiently across the globe. Joining our team means stepping into a fast-paced, highly engaged environment where your work truly matters.

M&R Coordinator

Job Overview
We are seeking a detail oriented and technically minded M&R (Maintenance and Repair) Coordinator to oversee the maintenance, repair, and technical condition of the NewPort tank container fleet in North America. Based in Houston and reporting to the Senior Manager of Business Process & Analytics, this role works closely with depots, cleaning stations, and repair vendors to keep equipment safe, compliant, cost effective, and available for use.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate maintenance and repairs for new and existing tank containers, ensuring units meet NewPort quality standards and specifications.
• Identify technical issues and developments with tank containers and recommend corrective actions.
• Respond promptly to defects, damages, incidents, and equipment failures by alerting the relevant parties, providing technical support, and taking corrective action.
• Ensure intermediate and periodic inspections are completed on schedule and valid test certificates are on file after maintenance or repairs, in line with US DOT (49 CFR) and IMDG requirements.
• Manage outsourced depots and cleaning stations across North America, including assigning, monitoring, and documenting minor repairs.
• Verify that cleaning certificates and all required documentation are received for each unit, and register and follow up on additional cleaning fees.
• Conduct depot performance audits and periodic site visits, reporting findings to the department manager.
• Review supplier invoices for repairs, maintenance, and cleaning against approved estimates and agreed pricing to keep costs under control.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of equipment repairs and ensure all data in the NewPort system is complete, accurate, and processed on time.
• Monitor equipment safety and cleanliness, act on safety issues, and provide input for investment requests.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of US DOT (49 CFR) and IMDG regulations.
• Technical knowledge of tank containers.
• Strong planning, organizing, problem analysis, and progress monitoring skills, with the ability to act decisively.
• Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills, with a strong customer focus and team player mindset.

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Additional Information

NewPort Tank Containers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Pay: From $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future?

Work Location: In person