Systems Maintenance Consultant - SAU (f/m)

Deutsche Bahn AG; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Head of Systems Maintenance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the rail industry, including 5 years in a leadership role, and must be fluent in English. This position involves managing system maintenance for signaling and communication systems and ensuring operational efficiency. Competitive compensation and attractive working conditions are offered.

Benefits

Attractive working conditions

Relocation and immigration support

Global onboarding program

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years experience in rail industry.
• A minimum of 5 years in a leadership position.
• Knowledge of Arabic and German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Control the contractors’ system maintenance activities.
• Develop and execute knowledge transfer for system maintenance.
• Oversee technical systems ensuring they operate efficiently.

Skills

Railway maintenance background

Fluency in English

Knowledge of MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

IBM Maximo

Job description

Overview

Transport professions and driving operations

For this Project, we are seeking a Head of Systems Maintenance as part of DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH, KSA Branch. The job opening is located in Saudi Arabia, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.

Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.

Responsibilities

• Control the contractors’ system maintenance activities for signaling, telecommunication systems, electrical systems, feeder stations in compliance with plans
• Develop and execute knowledge transfer for all system maintenance related disciplines
• Oversee the technical systems, including signaling, communication, and control systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and reliably
• Manage and optimize rail system's signaling, communication, and control systems.
• Oversee system upgrades, integration of new technologies, and troubleshooting of technical issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure seamless system performance.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, preventive measures, and system enhancements.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for system upgrades and installations.
• Provide technical support during emergencies and system failures.
• Control the contractors’ maintenance quality in compliance with KPIs

Qualifications

• Railway maintenance background in either passenger high-speed or long distance intercity is mandatory
• A Bachelor of Science academic degree in Engineering is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years experience in rail industry, with a minumum of 5 years in a leadership position is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years experience in a similar position
• International experience, preferably GCC is preferred
• DB background is preferred
• Fluency in English is mandatory, knowledge of Arabic and German would be an added advantage
• Knowledge of MS office, MS Project, MS Sharepoint, IBM Maximo or similar tools is mandatory
• Willingness to sign a local contract with the KSA branch

We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

Benefits and Additional Information

Attractive employment conditions We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.

With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

Intercultural teams With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

Mobilization & relocation support To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Professional onboarding and development We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training andsupport you in preparing for the next career step.

Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around theglobe.

In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!