Head of Maintenance

SBS Transit Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transit operator in Singapore is seeking a qualified candidate to manage buildings and mechanical services, ensuring system reliability and safety for passengers. The role requires strong leadership skills and a background in E & M services maintenance, preferably with 10 years of experience. Responsibilities include overseeing contractors, improving maintenance strategies, and leading sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Engineering, building services, or facilities management.
• Preferably 10 years of relevant experience in E & M services maintenance for transit systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage buildings, mechanical services, and Civil Defence equipment.
• Ensure system reliability and availability for passengers and contractors.
• Review and improve maintenance strategies for performance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Primary Objectives of the Position

To manage buildings, mechanical services and installations, and Civil Defence equipment across NEL, SPLRT, and DTL. The goal is to ensure the safety, reliability, and availability of all installations, stations, depots, and buildings in accordance with SBS Transit standards.

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure system availability to meet revenue service and authority requirements.
• Ensure system reliability to meet safety requirements for passengers, staff, and contractors.
• Conduct system performance reviews and revise maintenance strategies to enhance reliability and performance.
• Manage outsourced maintenance contracts to meet performance, cost, and safety standards.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for contractors and supervise their service delivery.
• Establish contracting frameworks that encourage performance improvement and professional development among contractors.
• Plan and forecast budgets and logistics.
• Advise management on technical matters related to building and mechanical services maintenance, focusing on reliability, cost efficiency, and performance improvements.
• Lead and manage maintenance staff to ensure efficient and professional execution of duties.
• Lead and support sustainability and environmental conservation initiatives.
• Oversee safety and non-safety station inspections and maintenance audits conducted by LTA, ensuring positive outcomes.
• Carry out assignments as directed by the Head of Rail Facilities Management.

Requirements

• A recognised degree in Engineering, building services, facilities management
• Preferably 10 years relevant experience in building/rapid transit system E & M services maintenance
• Possess good leadership, management, interpersonal and communication skills