Assistant Engineer (Sig FS)

SMRT Corporation, Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Corporation, Ltd. in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Engineer (Signal Field Service) to supervise maintenance of railway signalling systems.

This role involves leading a team, ensuring work quality and safety, and managing performance against KPIs. Candidates should have a Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering and preferably 5 years' experience in maintenance as a team leader.

The position focuses on continuous improvements in workflow and safety management.

Qualifications

• Preferably 5 years’ experience as team leader in a fast-paced maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Technical Officers in performing compliance tasks.
• Assist in supervising and coaching new staff.
• Provide first line fault response and recovery.
• Perform timely trackside CM activities including troubleshooting.
• Plan and execute trackside PM work according to schedule.
• Perform trackside equipment overhaul activities and monitoring.
• Comply with safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Condition-Based Assets Monitoring Management

Data and Statistical Analytics

Equipment Maintenance and Housekeeping

Learning and Development

Maintenance Scheduling

Rail Regulatory Compliance

Signal Interlocking Systems Maintenance

Signalling Auxiliary Device and Equipment Maintenance

Trackside Automatic Train Control Equipment Maintenance

Workplace Facilities Safety Management

Workplace Safety and Health for Confined Spaces

Workplace Safety and Health for Electrical Safety

Workplace Safety and Health for Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting

Interpersonal Skills

Lifelong Learning

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Job Purpose

The Assistant Engineer (Signal Field Service) supervises his team in performing preventive and corrective maintenance work on various railway signalling systems and platform screen doors. He also contributes to workflow improvements to enhance the reliability of signalling systems, as well as supervising and ensuring the work quality and safety of external contractors and stakeholders. He may be required to perform shift duties at various rail premises such as depots, train stations, viaducts, and tunnels. He demonstrates team leadership skills in ensuring the team carries out the maintenance work in a safe and orderly manner, as well as manages the team's performance in achieving established Key Performance Indicators.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Technical Officers in performing tasks in compliance with relevant procedures and instructions contained in Quality Procedures, Work Specifications, Work Instructions, and Signal Standing Instructions.
• Assist in supervising and coaching new staff and conducting on-the-job training.
• Provide first line fault response and recovery.
• Perform timely trackside CM activities including fault troubleshooting, rectification, and testing.
• Plan and execute trackside PM work according to schedule.
• Perform trackside equipment overhaul activities and ensure that the programs adhere to the schedule.
• Carry out day-to-day monitoring of equipment performance and follow up.
• Carry out day-to-day fault analysis and follow up.
• Perform tasks in compliance with relevant procedures and instructions contained in Quality Procedures, Work Specifications, Work Instructions, Signal Standing Instructions, and any relevant change instructions disseminated.
• Operate safely and efficiently all signal measuring, test equipment, instruments, and tools.
• Comply with and exercise safety at all times in accordance with all Safety Procedures.
• Be responsible for the safety of self, peers at workplace; off and on trackside throughout working period.
• Carry out role of PIC and PM duties and responsibilities.
• Complete necessary reports for the task at hand.
• Assist EMM in managing and controlling maintenance spares.
• Ensure good housekeeping at the workplace.

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.
• Preferably 5 years’ experience as team leader in a fast-paced maintenance environment.

Skills

Technical skills include:

• Condition-Based Assets Monitoring Management
• Data and Statistical Analytics
• Equipment Maintenance and Housekeeping
• Learning and Development
• Maintenance Scheduling
• Rail Regulatory Compliance
• Signal Interlocking Systems Maintenance
• Signalling Auxiliary Device and Equipment Maintenance
• Trackside Automatic Train Control Equipment Maintenance
• Workplace Facilities Safety Management
• Workplace Safety and Health for Confined Spares
• Workplace Safety and Health for Electrical Safety
• Workplace Safety and Health for Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting

Generic skills include:

• Interpersonal Skills
• Lifelong Learning