Section Head of Rolling Stock Component Workshop - Component Service Centre

SBS Transit; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport service provider in Singapore is seeking a Section Head for the Rolling Stock Component Workshop. The ideal candidate will manage maintenance activities, ensure safety compliance, and lead projects to improve workshop capabilities. A degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in Railway Engineering is required. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Preferably with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Railway Engineering/Maintenance/Electronics Repair or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall maintenance/repair/overhaul activities of the workshop.
• Develop and sustain the maintenance capabilities of the workshop.
• Forecast and manage the budget expenditure of the section.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely.
• Provide effective technical support to other Departments.
• Ensure staff are adequately trained and competent.
• Overall-in-charge of engineering projects in the section.

Skills

Strong Communication

Writing

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving skills

Training and Development knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Knowledge of computer hardware/software

Education

Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Section Head of Rolling Stock Component Workshop - Component Service Centre

• Manage the overall maintenance/repair/overhaul activities of the Rolling Stock Component Workshop to ensure availability of trains for NEL and DTL operation.
• Develop and sustain the maintenance capabilities of the workshop
• Forecast and manage the budget expenditure of the section.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in a safe and reliable manner.
• Provide an effective technical support service to other Departments or Sections, including development and control of an overall maintenance plan, procedures and technical documentation and provision of regular performance information.
• Ensure that staff and contractors within the workshop are adequately trained and competent to perform their tasks safely and proficiently in the railway environment.
• Overall-in-charge of all engineering projects in the section

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure individual roles, functions and responsibilities are clearly defined and communicated.
• Manage section budget resources to maximize maintenance outcomes and improve stakeholder satisfaction.
• Provide advice and support to the HOD and Executive management as required.
• Identifying areas for improvement through training and development programmes.
• Manage, lead, and motivate the section to achieve reliability, quality, cost and availability targets to meet customer needs.
• Manage the serviceability of the equipment.
• Ensure the section plan and administer the maintenance logistics such as procure components and spares, send items for vendor repair, etc to ensure spare availability.
• Ensure that sufficient spares levels are maintained at all times to support mainline operation.
• Interface with NEL and DTL departments, vendor and LTA on technical issues.
• Any other tasks assigned by superior(s).

The above activities are no means exhaustive and are subjected to amendment whenever is needed.

Specific Safety Responsibilities

• To comply with SBST’s Safety, Health and Security Policies
• To ensure technical staff are competent, trained and certified to perform the servicing works.
• To ensure that the maintenance and modifications work performed on the equipment and repairable by the workshop is in compliance with the safety standards and operating specifications.
• Responsible for the ensuring of the implementation Safety within the section.

Job Specifications

Minimum Education / Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering from a recognized university or polytechnic.

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience

• Preferably with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Railway Engineering/Maintenance/Electronics Repair or equivalent

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong Communication, Writing, Analytical and Problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Training and Development, preferably with full ACTA qualification
• Conversant in MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of computer hardware or/and software applications.

Attributes (functional & leadership competencies)

• Highly motivated and resourceful team player
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong planning and organization skills