Project RAM and Safety Manager Electrification

Electrification team; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation solutions provider is seeking a Project RAM and Safety (RAMS) Manager for the Go Expansion project in Toronto, Canada. This role involves managing RAMS activities related to electrification, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and coordinating with project teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in RAM/Safety Management within the railway or aerospace sectors. Effective communication skills and a proactive approach to railway safety are essential.

Qualifications

• A minimum 5 years of successful experience in RAM / Safety Management preferably within the railway industry.
• Significant experience in Electrical and / or Electro-mechanical Engineering preferably applied to railway traction power systems.
• Knowledge of CENELEC standards EN 50126, EN 50562, EN 50122.

Responsibilities

• Perform RAMS activities for the electrification scope of work.
• Plan and produce RAMS deliverables in a timely manner.
• Ensure the quality of RAMS deliverables and foster their acceptance.

Skills

RAM/Safety Management

Electrical and electronic systems knowledge

Communication and interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

University Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Req ID : 493701

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Alstom is recruiting a Project RAM and Safety (RAMS) Manager for electrification on the Go Expansion project located in Toronto Canada.

The Project RAMS Manager is part of the infrastructure RAMS team and reporting to the Infrastructure RAMS Manager.

About Electrification team

The Infrastructure RAMS team is operationally delivering RAMS activities on railway infrastructure projects tenders as well as R&D and sustaining activities.

This team has been leading RAMS activities on the research and development of Alstom electrification high safety level solutions for the Aesthetic Power Supply (APS) and Static Recharge in Station (SRS) products and their deployment on projects such as Bordeaux Tramway Doha Tramway Dubai Tramway Nice TramwayOngoing projects also include Toulouse Metro Riyadh Metro Société du Grand Paris L18 and so on...

Your mission

You will be the point of contact on RAMS topics for the Go Expansion project electrification scope and engaging with the project teams and stakeholders to deliver successfully the RAMS activities on the project.

You will be involved in a variety of technical subjects a strong technical acumen will be needed to assess the RAMS performance and potential areas of improvement of your scope. You will be proactive to put under control the Railway safety risks during all project phases.

You perform RAMS analysis according to Railway CENELEC standards and in compliance with the project regulatory and contractual requirements and Alstom internal processes.

What are your responsibilities

• Perform the RAMS activities for the electrification scope of work of the Toronto Go Transit corridors including 25kV Traction Power and Overhead Contact systems and complying with our commitments in terms of Quality Costs and Delays.
• Plan and produce RAMS deliverables in a timely manner to achieve the projects milestones and in compliance with Alstoms Railway Safety Policy.
• Ensure the quality of RAMS deliverables and foster their acceptance by the Customer Independent Safety Assessors and Safety Authorities.
• Establish and follow the safety strategy for the electrification system and follow its application with customers as well as other stakeholders (ISA Safety Authorities).

You are responsible to

• Apply Alstom internal RAMS processes and instructions.
• Support internal teams (design procurement installation validation etc..) in the definition of appropriate measures to meet the RAMS requirements and to follow their closure through documented evidence.
• E nsure collaboration with interfacing systems and other disciplines through interface analysis and workshops.
• Be the point of contact for RAMS on electrification matters on the project in particular with the customer.
• Have a pro‑active approach on the design assessment to support the definition of suitable technical solutions and to put under control the railway safety risks.
• Develop a challenging view on the overall RAM results from the contributors to strengthen the relevance of RAM studies and requirements.
• Planning and execution of the safety and RAM activities throughout the system lifecycle and producing the necessary safety cases (to support migration stages and revenue service).

What do you need to qualify for this job

• University Degree in Engineering or equivalent with a solid knowledge of electrical and electronic systems.
• A minimum 5 years of successful experience in RAM / Safety Management preferably within railway industry or Aerospace Defence Space Military Nuclear Chemical..
• Significant experience in Electrical and / or Electro‑mechanical Engineering preferably applied to railway AC or DC traction power systems catenary systems substations high‑voltage transmission systems grounding and bonding.
• Knowledge of CENELEC standards EN 50126 EN 50562 EN 50122.
• Fluent in English with good communications and interpersonal skills.
• Sense of priorities structured and organized with hands‑on approach.

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1