Senior Engineer - Bus Depots

Roads and Transport Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation authority in Dubai is seeking a qualified candidate to lead and manage daily operations at the bus depot. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, overseeing bus readiness, and implementing innovative engineering solutions to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have 2-5 years of experience. This opportunity offers the chance to impact public transport services in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a relevant engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations related to the bus depot.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and conduct regular reviews.
• Prepare proactive plans for emergencies and crises.
• Conduct technical studies to improve operational processes.
• Provide technical support to operational teams and depot manager.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Civil Engineering or any related field

Job description

Job Purpose

1. JOB PURPOSELead and manage all daily operations related to the bus depot to ensure the highest levels of operationalefficiency and compliance with engineering and technical standards. Responsible for operational unit of busdepots to ensure smooth 24 X 7 bus operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to all HSE related policies and procedures in bus depots and conduct regular reviews and contribute to the preparation and risk registers.
• Daily follow-up with the maintenance department through VOR meetings to ensure bus readiness for operations and availability for official and approved events.
• Ensure full preparedness to respond to emergencies and crises, including leading teams during emergencies. Prepare proactive plans to mitigate the impact of crises on operational processes.
• Conduct technical studies and benchmark comparisons to improve operational processes and reduce failures.
• Apply best practices and technical innovations to improve operational efficiency and services.
• Adhere to all policies and procedural guides related to information security and protection at the Roads andTransport Authority.
• Provide technical and engineering support to the depot manager and operational teams to ensure the station’sgoals are achieved. Lead and develop field teams, enhancing their capabilities through training and effectivesupervision.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Supervise all operational activities of the bus depot to ensure the highest levels of efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee all the bus shunting activities in the bus depots including fueling, washing and parkin.
• Ensure availability 24/7 to respond to emergencies and crises, including conducting site visits when necessary.
• Develop and implement operational and maintenance policies and procedures to ensure compliance within international and local standards. Ensure bus readiness for operation according to daily schedules, monitoring the effectiveness of electronic and mechanical systems. Provide periodic reports on the technical condition of buses and recommendations for improving their performance.
• Monitor and ensure the functioning of Bus performance monitoring centers and ensure appropriate standards for buses, drivers and systems. Utilize the latest available artificial intelligence technologies and control systems to monitor, analyze, and improve operational performance, suggesting new technologies to enhance work quality.
• Implementation of new engineering initiatives in accordance with the highest professional standards, ensuring alignment with the facility's strategic objectives.
• Analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and identify opportunities for improvement, developing innovative plans to enhance operational efficiency. Prepare and implement self-assessment programs and performance analysis to ensure the station's objectives are met.
• Provide in-depth, periodic technical reports including bus performance analysis and innovative solutions to improve efficiency and ensure complete readiness.

Qualifications

Education# Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Civil Engineering or any related field. 2- 5 years ofexperience