VAC - Maintenance Manager - SAU (f/m/d)

Deutsche Bahn AG; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consulting company is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Saudi Arabia to oversee maintenance activities, ensure quality workmanship, and develop preventive maintenance programs. The ideal candidate holds a B.Sc. in Engineering, has at least 10 years of rail industry experience, and has a strong background in leadership roles. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic and German as preferred languages. Attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Support for relocation and immigration

Professional onboarding and development programs

Qualifications

• Min. 10 years in Rail Industry.
• Min. 10 years in leadership position.
• Min. 5 years in a similar position.
• International experience, preference GCC.

Responsibilities

• Control the Contractors’ maintenance activities and service delivery.
• Support and advise the client on maintenance and service changes.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Project management skills

Railway maintenance background

Fluent English

Arabic (preferred)

German (preferred)

MS Office

MS Project

MS SharePoint

Education

B.Sc. Engineering

Job description

Overview

For this Project, we are seeking a Maintenance Manager 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’ maintenance activities and service delivery
• Support and advice to the client with regards to changes in the maintenance and service
• Development and execution of knowledge transfer for all railway maintenance related disciplines
• Leading a team of three discipline experts (systems, rolling stock, fixed assets)
• Ensure maintenance and repair of rail vehicles, tracks, and related infrastructure
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for trains, tracks, and infrastructure
• Supervise maintenance staff and contractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards
• Coordinate with procurement for spare parts, equipment, and maintenance supplies
• Monitor vehicle and track conditions, scheduling repairs, replacements, and upgrades as needed
• Implement safety protocols for maintenance activities, ensuring the well-being of maintenance teams
• Analyze maintenance data to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend the lifespan of rail assets
• Collaborate with the Head of Infrastructure and Head of Systems for comprehensive maintenance planning
• Prepare monthly performance reports of the Maintenance Business Unit activities

Qualifications

• Project management skills
• Railway maintenance background (passenger high-speed or long-distance intercity)
• Min. academic degree: B.Sc. Engineering
• Min. 10 years in Rail Industry
• Min. 10 years in leadership position
• Min. 5 years in a similar position
• International experience, preference GCC
• English (fluent), Arabic (preferred), German (preferred)
• MS Office, MS Project, MS SharePoint

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.

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 and support 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 and support 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 the globe.

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!