Senior Railway Safety & O&M Project Manager

Eram Talent; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead railway safety and inspection activities across key railway operation and maintenance projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should have over 20 years of experience in railway systems, safety compliance, and technical inspections, with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. This role demands rigorous adherence to safety standards and the ability to manage complex investigations during railway incidents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years’ experience in railway systems, safety, operation, and maintenance.
• Proven experience conducting technical investigations of railway accidents or incidents.
• Hands-on experience with railway operation, maintenance protocols, and safety standards.
• Prior experience working on railway projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled supervisory visits and technical inspections at major railway projects.
• Lead on-site investigations immediately following railway accidents or incidents.
• Prepare and submit detailed monitoring and investigation reports within prescribed timelines.
• Review, update, and contribute to railway policies and regulations.
• Participate in meetings with railway operators and government transport authorities.
• Verify operator compliance with safety certifications and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Railway systems experience

Safety compliance

Technical inspection

Accident investigation

Regulatory oversight

Strong knowledge of international best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related technical field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead railway safety and inspection activities across key railway operation and maintenance projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should have over 20 years of experience in railway systems, safety compliance, and technical inspections, with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. This role demands rigorous adherence to safety standards and the ability to manage complex investigations during railway incidents.