Operations & Maintenance & Handover Manager - Rail

Egis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking an experienced leader to oversee rail operations and maintenance across infrastructure assets in Saudi Arabia. You will drive safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while managing budgets and stakeholder communications.

The role requires extensive hands-on management of maintenance schedules, handovers, and team leadership, with a focus on reducing downtime and improving asset performance in a complex rail network.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in rail operations and maintenance management.
• Proven experience managing asset handovers and transition projects.
• Strong people management and team leadership skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of rail infrastructure systems and maintenance protocols.
• Excellent organizational and time-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations and maintenance activities for rail infrastructure, ensuring safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and preventative programmes to optimise asset performance and minimise downtime.
• Lead and manage handover processes for rail systems, assets, and facilities, ensuring seamless transitions and thorough documentation.
• Direct and mentor maintenance teams, providing guidance on technical procedures, safety protocols, and performance expectations.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external contractors to ensure timely completion of maintenance and operational tasks.
• Establish and maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, asset conditions, and handover documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage stakeholder communications regarding operational status, maintenance schedules, and handover milestones.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian rail regulations, industry standards, and organisational policies.
• Prepare and manage budgets for maintenance operations and resource allocation.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for operational and maintenance-related challenges.
• Facilitate induction and training programmes for new operational and maintenance personnel.

Skills

Rail operations

Maintenance management

Asset handovers

People leadership

Maintenance protocols

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis has long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

• Oversee all operations and maintenance activities for rail infrastructure, ensuring adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence
• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance schedules and preventative maintenance programmes to optimise asset performance and minimise downtime
• Lead and manage handover processes for rail systems, assets, and facilities, ensuring seamless transitions and thorough documentation
• Direct and mentor maintenance teams, providing guidance on technical procedures, safety protocols, and performance expectations
• Coordinate with internal departments and external contractors to ensure timely completion of maintenance and operational tasks
• Establish and maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, asset conditions, and handover documentation for compliance and audit purposes
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Manage stakeholder communications regarding operational status, maintenance schedules, and handover milestones
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian rail regulations, industry standards, and organisational policies
• Prepare and manage budgets for maintenance operations and resource allocation
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for operational and maintenance-related challenges
• Facilitate induction and training programmes for new operational and maintenance personnel

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in rail operations and maintenance management
• Proven experience managing asset handovers and transition projects
• Strong people management and team leadership skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of rail infrastructure systems and maintenance protocols
• Excellent organisational and time-keeping abilities