Director of Strategy & Innovation (Transport Systems)

FCS CAREERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FCS Careers Pte Ltd is seeking a dynamic Director of Strategy & Innovation. This role involves defining long-term strategies, overseeing operations, and driving continuous improvement in transport technology. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the transportation and infrastructure sector, alongside proven leadership capabilities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the organization's operations and frameworks while fostering collaborations across public and private sectors.

Qualifications

• At least 10 to 12 years of experience in systems engineering, transportation or infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of the transportation and infrastructure industry.
• Proven track record with managing public and private sector stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement long-term strategies to position the organisation as a regional leader.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure efficient management.
• Identify opportunities to attract new partners and projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Strategic thinking

Education

Tertiary education in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

About the Company

At FCS Careers, we are collaborative and take a proactive, human-centred approach to facilitating meaningful connections. We work with exceptional individuals and strive to build lasting relationships with our clients and candidates..

Responsibilities

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Director of Strategy & Innovation to oversee a specialised infrastructure

and innovation organisation focused on advancing capabilities in transport technology and system development.

• Define and implement long-term strategies to position the organisation as a regional leader in transport technology and applied innovation;
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient management of maintenance and testing functions;
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, safety standards, and operational workflows;
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders such as public agencies, industry players, research institutions, and technology providers;
• Represent the organisation in technical forums, collaborative platforms, and regulatory discussions to advocate for industry development;
• Identify opportunities and lead efforts to attract new partners, projects, and clients across both public and private sectors;
• Lead and manage a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to develop a culture of innovation;
• Manage risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and safety standards.

Requirements

• Tertiary education in Engineering or a related discipline;
• At least 10 to 12 years of experience in systems engineering, transportation or infrastructure;
• Deep understanding of the transportation and infrastructure industry;
• Proven track record with managing public and private sector stakeholders;
• Excellent leadership skills and communication skills;
• Business acumen and strategic thinking.

Get in touch with us

If you’d like to explore this opportunity, please reach out to Shawn Ho (Regn No. R25138930) at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

FCS CAREERS PTE LTD (EA 94C4359)

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