Strategic Leader, Transit Operator Performance & Compliance

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LTA invites an experienced leader to drive the Transit Operator Performance Management division, overseeing audits of O&M processes and ensuring rail operator compliance with procedures and contractual requirements.

You will provide strategic oversight on contracts and budgets, engage with senior stakeholders, and help refine policies to enhance reliability and availability of MRT services.

Qualifications

• Knowlege in Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in the rail industry, preferably in O&M or design.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical and contractual issues and provide sound recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders across government agencies, operators, and industry partners.
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e., Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word). Proficiency in data visualisation/analytics tools or robotic process automation will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with relevant local railway and building regulations, codes and standards will be an advantage.
• Good communication (both oral and written) and presentation skills.
• As part of the shortlisting process for the role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and / or undergo further assessment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring a team of officers in planning and conducting audits on Operations and Maintenance (O&M) processes and executions covering the various rail systems (e.g. Rolling Stock, Signalling, Communications, Mechanical and Electrical services, etc), ensuring that rail operators comply with the correct procedures, work instructions and other relevant contractual requirements
• Providing strategic oversight on contractual matters and O&M issues, including assessment of contract variations/claims, management of contract budgets, and investigation of incidents/service delays, ensuring timely and effective resolution
• Driving engagement with senior internal and external stakeholders on complex issues pertaining to design review, system interface, testing and commissioning, emergency exercises, and policy matters
• Developing and refining frameworks, policies, and processes to strengthen the division's performance management capabilities and improve rail service reliability and availability.

Skills

Engineering background

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

MS Office

Data visualization

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Data visualization tools

Job description

LTA invites an experienced leader to drive the Transit Operator Performance Management division, overseeing audits of O&M processes and ensuring rail operator compliance with procedures and contractual requirements.

You will provide strategic oversight on contracts and budgets, engage with senior stakeholders, and help refine policies to enhance reliability and availability of MRT services.