Head of Asset (Railway)

ExecThread; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A rail systems company in Johor Bahru is looking for a Head of Engineering and Asset Management. The role involves overseeing engineering, maintenance, and asset management to ensure system integrity and performance. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and over 12 years of experience in rail or infrastructure projects. Key responsibilities include budget planning and stakeholder management, with necessary skills in asset lifecycle planning and preventive maintenance methodologies. This position emphasizes operational excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Over 12 years' experience in rail or infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in operational excellence, compliance, and safety.
• Knowledge of asset management and lifecycle planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and asset management of rail systems.
• Manage financial control and budget planning.
• Oversee performance of rolling stock, track, signaling, and depot facilities.

Skills

Leadership in maintenance operations

Stakeholder management

Preventive maintenance methodology

Driving operational excellence

Budget planning and financial control

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS (MAXIMO or IBM)

CBTC

SCADA

AFC

Job description

The Company is seeking a Head of Engineering and Asset Management to spearhead the engineering, maintenance, and asset management of its rail systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall function, ensuring the integrity and performance of rolling stock, track, signaling, power, and depot facilities. This role demands a leader with a degree in engineering, over 12 years' experience in rail or infrastructure projects, and a proven track record in driving operational excellence, compliance, and safety.

Key responsibilities include budget planning, financial control, and the ability to lead and build multidisciplinary teams while effectively managing external stakeholders and vendors. Applicants for the Head of Engineering and Asset Management position at the company should possess a comprehensive knowledge of asset management, preventive maintenance methodology, RAMS, and asset lifecycle planning. Strong leadership in maintenance operations, familiarity with regulatory standards, and excellent stakeholder management skills are essential.

The role also requires experience in budget planning, financial control, and CMMS knowledge, with a preference for MAXIMO or IBM. Familiarity with CBTC, SCADA, OCS, AFC, and depot management systems is a plus. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, capable of driving the company's expansion and modernization efforts with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and sustainable operations.