Assistant Engineer, Integrated Facilities Maintenance

SMRT Trains; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Engineer to perform preventive and corrective maintenance for MRT structures. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and have relevant engineering experience in a rail or transit environment. Strong communication skills and a Class 3 driving license are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in maintenance or engineering within a rail or transit environment.
• Class 3 driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to perform routine inspections of MRT structures.
• Supervise outsourced preventive and maintenance work by contractors.
• Attend to faults/complaints and carry out investigations.
• Ensure the safety of the work parties on MRT tracks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Resourceful

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Team player

Ability to liaise with contractors

Education

Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Assistant Engineer, Integrated Facilities Maintenance

SMRT Trains Ltd was incorporated in 1987 and operates Singapore's first mass rapid transit system. Today, we manage and operate train services on the North‑South Line, East‑West Line, the Circle Line, the Thomson‑East Coast Line, and the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit. With over 5,000 employees, more than 250 trains, and 141 km of rail tracks across 108 stations, we serve millions of commuters daily.

We have set our core values to be Integrity, Service & Safety and Excellence. SMRT is committed to provide safe, reliable and comfortable service for our commuters.

Job Purpose

The Assistant Engineer (AE) will perform preventive maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance (CM) and fault attendance tasks for the equipment within IFM purview, in accordance with quality and safety standards. The AE will also investigate incidents/accidents, carry out checks to ensure safety aspects comply with SMRT Work Safety Manual, and guarantee quality assurance in accordance with the Code of Practice or SMRT Quality Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to perform routine inspections of MRT structures, including stations, depots, viaducts and tunnels.
• Lead a team to carry out preventive and corrective maintenance works, such as concrete repair, leakage repair, plumbing servicing, and scaffolding erections.
• Arrange, coordinate and supervise outsourced preventive and maintenance work by contractors.
• Attend to faults/complaints and carry out investigation and rectification works.
• Perform the role of track PIC (Person‑In‑Charge) and PM (Possession Master) duties to ensure the safety of the work parties on MRT tracks.
• Record maintenance work on paper and computer systems (e.g., SAP/Maximo).
• Attend inspections for the takeover of new buildings and infrastructures.
• Drive vehicles and operate specialized vehicles such as boom lifts.
• Take custody of tools and equipment.

Qualifications & Work Experience

Qualifications and work experience include:

• Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Relevant experience in maintenance or engineering within a rail or transit environment.
• Class 3 driving licence.

Skills

• Be self‑motivated, resourceful, positive, and organized.
• Able to work independently.
• Possess strong interpersonal & communication skills.
• Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Able to liaise with contractors effectively.