Mechanical Engineering Manager - Transportation System Operator

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for the safe, reliable operation of critical mechanical assets within a major transportation system in Hong Kong.

You will drive preventive maintenance, asset lifecycle management, and capital projects while ensuring safety compliance and strong contractor oversight; fluency in English and Chinese is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience managing maintenance for critical assets in transportation or asset-intensive environments.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management, reliability engineering, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience with contractor management and project delivery.
• Proficient in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering maintenance activities across operational facilities and transportation systems.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximise asset reliability and availability.
• Oversee lifecycle management, inspection, testing, and performance improvement programmes for mechanical equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, regulatory, and engineering standards.
• Manage engineering projects including equipment upgrades, refurbishment programmes, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Manage contractors, consultants, and service providers to ensure quality and safety requirements are met.
• Prepare maintenance budgets, resource planning, and technical reports for senior management.
• Lead and develop engineering teams through coaching, succession planning, and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Maintenance management

Reliability engineering

Contractor management

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Manager - Transportation System Operator

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Mechanical Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading a team of engineering professionals to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical mechanical assets and systems.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established transportation hey infrastructure operator in Hong Kong, managing a large-scale passenger transportation system and associated facilities. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, safety, reliability, and customer experience, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead engineering maintenance and asset management initiatives.

Description

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering maintenance activities across operational facilities and transportation systems.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximise asset reliability and availability.
• Oversee lifecycle management, inspection, testing, and performance improvement programmes for mechanical equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, statutory, regulatory, and engineering standards.
• Manage engineering projects including equipment upgrades, refurbishment programmes, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Manage contractors, consultants, and service providers to ensure quality and safety requirements are met.
• Prepare maintenance budgets, resource planning, and technical reports for senior management.
• Lead and develop engineering teams through coaching, succession planning, and performance management.

Profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or relevant professional membership is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of mechanical engineering experience
• Experience managing critical asset maintenance within transportation, cable-driven systems, rail, theme park, infrastructure, utilities, aviation, industrial plants, or other asset-intensive environments.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management, reliability engineering, and asset lifecycle management.
• Proven track record in contractor management and project delivery.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with safety management systems and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese.

Job Offer

• Leadership position within a high-profile infrastructure operation.
• Opportunity to manage critical engineering assets and strategic improvement projects.
• Stable working environment with long-term asset management focus.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career development opportunities within a reputable organisation.