Business Title Technical Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist

Wabtec Corporation; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,347,000 - 1,647,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Assignment allowance

Overtime

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation seeks a Technical Advisor - FIFO to deliver locomotive technical advice to maintenance staff on the customer rail network. You will ensure timely, safe servicing and support reliability improvements while coordinating with material management for Just in Time parts.

Based near Morebaya, Guinea on a 60/15 FIFO cycle, the role includes on-site accommodation, rotation shifts, and eligibility for assignment allowances and overtime. Strong customer-facing experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a customer-facing locomotive services role.
• L1 Locomotive Technical Training certification is required.
• Willingness to work in a shop environment and various shifts.
• Knowledge of Wabtec Maintenance and Material management processes.

Responsibilities

• Respond to planned and unplanned maintenance requests with troubleshooting and engineering support.
• Provide training and assistance to customers and subcontractors on product maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Customer liaison

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technical discipline

L1 Locomotive Technical Training

Job description

Job Description

Technical Advisor - FIFO

Job Summary:

The Technical Advisor will provide Wabtec Locomotive technical advice to Wabtec subcontracted maintenance staff for all covered locomotives on the customer rail network. Successful candidate will, amongst others: Ensure that locomotive servicing are completed in a timely manner, safely and to the agreed Maintenance Instructions (MI’s); Provide trouble shooting advice to maintenance technical personnel; Work closely with Reliability Engineers to improve key locomotive performance KPI’s; Ensures material is provided by the Wabtec material management team ‘Just in Time’ (JIT) for all maintenance opportunities; Works closely with the other relevant stakeholders to ensure all locomotives that depart customer maintenance shops are best prepared to complete 100% successful journeys; Engage and discuss Wabtec technical products with customer and subcontracting team to improve reliability / productivity and other KPIs.

This role will be based in Guinea near the port of Morebaya on a rotational basis(FIFO) of 60 days on and 15 days off. The operation is 24/7 running two 12 hour shifts.

Accommodation will be provided at the facility. Mobilization and demobilization, air and land transportation will be provided.

This role will be eligible for an assignment allowance and overtime.

Main Duties:

Reporting directly to the Lead Technical Advisor this role will;

• Respond and execute on requests for planned and unplanned maintenance, troubleshooting, failure analysis, field modification oversight, issue feedback and engineering support;
• Providing training and assistance to customers and subcontractor on product maintenance, troubleshooting and repair to ensure maintenance best practice compliance and according to Wabtec MIs.
• Ensure that Maintenance management system is accurately updated during assigned shift.
• Track and forecast material and consumables usage
• Track product performance metrics and issue recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Coordinating implementation of field modifications and monitor effectiveness.
• Performing joint investigation of failed components.
• Interaction with Wabtec teams worldwide on technical issues, product development and training.
• Participate during Wabtec Internal and external reporting
• Ensure timely resolution of customer issues and customer satisfaction
• Develop a deep understanding of the customer’s business to identify opportunities for account growth and improvements
• Participate and contribute during EHS initiatives to ensure work is conducted in a safely manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years in customer facing locomotive services role- Wabtec locomotives
• L1 Locomotive Technical Training certification
• Experience, willingness, and ability to work in shop environment and to work various shifts on various days as required.
• Understanding of Wabtec Maintenance and Material management processes and systems.
• Strong leadership and Interpersonal skills
• Ability to interface with different levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English, French or Mandarin

Desired Characteristics

• Proven analytical and organizational ability.
• Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Lean/Six Sigma certification
• High level of dependability, a great attitude, and an ability to work well with a team towards achieving common goal.
• Proven ability to work well withing a diverse team.

Qualifications

Bachelors’ Degree in a Technical discipline from an accredited College or University.

Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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