Temporary Train Operations Lead

Transport AI; Makati; On-site; PHP 3,600,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in the Philippines is seeking a Temporary Operation Manager (Train Operations Manager) to lead temporary operations during testing phases in Mabalacat Pampanga and Ortigas Centre (Manila). This full‑time role involves coordinating internal teams and external partners to ensure safe, efficient rail testing.

The ideal candidate has engineering education and 15+ years in rail operations, with 8–10 years in mainline and depot environments, strong leadership, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an engineering school (mandatory).
• Minimum 15+ years of experience overall.
• Minimum 8‑10 years of experience in Train operations with a senior expert level in mainline & Depot.
• Experience in management, including budget, planning, and resources.
• Broad knowledge of railway projects.
• Experience in Environment, Health & Safety on construction sites.
• Multicultural project experience.
• Strong leadership, initiative, and decision‑making skills.
• Team‑oriented with excellent communication abilities.
• Organisational skills and the ability to propose alternative solutions.
• Professional‑level English proficiency.
• Mobility, resilience, and stress resistance.

Responsibilities

• Defining rules and procedures to ensure safe operations during testing activities.
• Recruiting, training, and managing the Temporary Operation team.
• Managing access permits for works along tracks, depots, stations, and substations.
• Operating traction power supply locally and remotely.
• Ensuring all safety and operational restrictions are followed.
• Producing and updating relevant documents and drawings for Temporary Operations.
• Coordinating activities across multiple entities to ensure smooth operations.
• Assessing risks on-site and implementing complementary rules when needed.
• Registering and analyzing incidents to identify root causes.
• Organizing data collection and producing regular operational statistics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

English proficiency

Mobility & resilience

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Alstom in the Philippines is seeking a Temporary Operation Manager (Train Operations Manager) to lead temporary operations during testing phases in Mabalacat Pampanga and Ortigas Centre (Manila). This full‑time role involves coordinating internal teams and external partners to ensure safe, efficient rail testing.

The ideal candidate has engineering education and 15+ years in rail operations, with 8–10 years in mainline and depot environments, strong leadership, and English proficiency.