Assistant Engineer, Train Maintenance

SMRT Trains Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Trains Ltd in Singapore seeks a seasoned Assistant Engineer to lead a maintenance team responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance on EMUs and related components. You will ensure adherence to work instructions and safety standards while coordinating with cross-functional teams to complete tasks on time.

The role requires a Diploma in Engineering and at least four years of experience in leading maintenance teams and troubleshooting electro-mechanical equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 4 years of experience leading maintenance teams and troubleshooting electro-mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Technical Officers to perform scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) on EMUs/components/equipment as directed by management.
• Ensure the team follows PM/CM work instructions, quality procedures, safety and operating procedures to uphold maintenance standards.
• Plan and coordinate with other teams to complete maintenance tasks within established timeframes.
• Maintain qualifications and authorization for daily tasks and assigned tasks; pursue necessary skills courses.
• Ensure safety, welfare and discipline of the team and proper upkeep of tools and working environment.
• Attend to emergency mainline incidents and other tasks as required by the manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Electro-mechanical systems

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Company description

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 description

Job Purpose

• Lead a team of Technical Officers (TO) to carry out scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) together on EMUs/Component/Equipment as assigned by managers.
• Ensure his team comply all PM & CM works and related tasks with approved work instructions, quality procedures, safety and operational procedures, and good maintenance standards.
• Plan and coordinate within his team and other teams to complete the assigned maintenance tasks within the established standard time.
• Ensure his team has the necessary qualifications and authorization to carry out daily tasks and any assigned tasks by managers.
• Attend the necessary skills courses to be able to carry out the maintenance and assigned tasks.
• Responsible for the safety, welfare and discipline of his team
• Responsible for the upkeep of his team equipment/tools and working environment.

Responsibilities

• Able to participate and complete the technical Skills training provided by SMRT and achieve the necessary qualification to perform maintenance work on SMRT Rolling Stock.
• Responsible for his team's quality and standards of the PM/CM works within the established standards time and be competent to carry out preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on SMRT Rolling Stock within the established standard times and in accordance to the Work Instructions and related procedures, as assigned by managers.
• Exercise safety always; in accordance to established Safety procedures. Responsible for the safety of self and all co-workers, inclusive of contractors.
• Demonstrate sufficient ability in diagnostic and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems.
• Able to forecast and plan his team and resources to complete maintenance tasks and assigned tasks timely.
• Conduct regular engagement sessions with his team to understand his TOs better and to feedback on their performance.
• Perform supporting maintenance activities such as Maintenance Train Shunter, overhead crane operator, forklift driver, etc, as authorized and required by the manager.
• Perform housekeeping and cleaning tasks at the workplace; to ensure workplace order and hygiene.
• Able to work on a shift roster system in accordance with the MOM guidelines and the Collective Agreement.
• Undertake any other tasks or functions that are incidental or ancillary to the performance of the works assigned; e.g. attend to emergency mainline incident, as assigned by manager

To carry out the Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Works safely, the Assistant Engineer must:

• Not be sensitive or allergic to Rolling Stock Materials, POLs (Petrol, Oils and lubricants) and dust involved in the conduct of the work. Note that standard PPE of safety shoes, gloves, masks and hearing protection will be provided.
• Able to work at height (WAH) on the train roof, while donning the necessary WAH safety equipment.
• Fit and able to climb staircases and ladders, stand for sufficient duration (4 hours) to accomplish the required maintenance works.
• Lift tools, equipment or spares of up to 10kg for men and 7kg for women.
• Able to work underframe of EMU for sufficient duration (4 hours) which may require frequent squatting and bending
• Able to adapt to working in a shift system without affecting his concentration at work.

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• Preferably minimum 4 years in relevant experience leading maintenance teams and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical equipment.