Assistant Engineer, Sentosa Express

SMRT Corporation Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 3,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Corporation Ltd is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems across the tram and rail network. You will operate engineering vehicles, switch traction power, and ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.

The role requires shifting duty rosters, teamwork, and strict adherence to KAIZEN-inspired productivity improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and quality guidelines.
• Ability to operate engineering vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• KAIZEN/5S mindset to improve productivity and reduce waste.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Operate engineering vehicles and perform related tasks.
• Switch on/off traction power and adhere to safety protocols.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure equipment is calibrated and in good condition.
• Follow QA procedures as specified in WIs, SWP, and checklists.
• Work rotating shifts including weekends/public holidays as required.
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Corrective maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety procedures

KAIZEN

Rotating shift work

Vehicle operation

Tools

Ground support equipment

Forklift operation

Calibration

Job description

• To carry out preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems such as Monorail Train, 22kV, 750Vdc, 415Vac switchgear, HV transformers, Traction Rectifiers and Inverters, system, battery chargers, battery banks, UPS System, Cables & 750V Traction Power contact line system.
• To operate engineering vehicles. (Training and qualifications will be provided by the company).
• To switch on and off the traction power.
• To comply with relevant procedures and safety requirements when carrying out preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance.
• To comply with and exercise safety in accordance with safety procedures.
• To ensure compliance with Quality objectives as stated in QP, WIs, SWP, RAs, Task lists & and checklists in daily activities.
• To ensure spares, tools, and equipment used are in good condition and calibrated if necessary.
• To operate ground support equipment and tools safely in accordance with general handling practices, as assigned by supervisors.
• To drive company vehicles for the purpose of work as assigned by supervisors. (For holders of Singapore Driving Licence. Familiarisation and authorisation will be provided by the company).
• To operate company forklift as assigned by supervisors. (Training and qualifications will be provided by the company)
• To adopt KAIZEN methodology (5M, 5S & 5W) to eliminate 8 Wastes and improve the Productivity and Value of work performed.
• To ensure excellent housekeeping is maintained within all work areas.
• To maintain a high level of work discipline and standards.
• Required to perform rotating shift work based on the duty roster, including weekends and Public Holidays.
• To undertake any other tasks or functions that are incidental or ancillary to the performance of assigned work.