Railways for the world of tomorrow.
For this Project, we are seeking a Maintenance Manager as part of DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH, KSA Branch. The job opening is located in Saudi Arabia, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth
Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.
Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.
Responsibilities:
- Control the Contractors’ maintenance activities and service delivery
- Support and advice to the client with regards to changes in the maintenance and service
- Development and execution of knowledge transfer for all railway maintenance related disciplines
- Leading a team of three discipline experts (systems, rolling stock, fixed assets)
- Ensure maintenance and repair of rail vehicles, tracks, and related infrastructure
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for trains, tracks, and infrastructure
- Supervise maintenance staff and contractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards
- Coordinate with procurement for spare parts, equipment, and maintenance supplies
- Monitor vehicle and track conditions, scheduling repairs, replacements, and upgrades as needed
- Implement safety protocols for maintenance activities, ensuring the well-being of maintenance teams
- Analyze maintenance data to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend the lifespan of rail assets
- Collaborate with the Head of Infrastructure and Head of Systems for comprehensive maintenance planning
- Prepare monthly performance reports of the Maintenance Business Unit activities
Qualifications:
- Project management skills
- Railway maintenance background (passenger highspeed or long distance intercity)
- Min. academic degree: B.Sc. Engineering
- Min. 10 years in Rail Industry
- Min. 10 years in leadership position
- Min. 5 years in a similar position
- International experience, preference GCC
- English (fluent), Arabic (preferred), German (preferred)
- MS office, MS Project, MS Sharepoint