Head of Systems Maintenance - SAU (f/m)

Railways for the world of tomorrow
For this bid, we are seeking a Head of Systems Maintenance as part of DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH, KSA Branch. The job opening is located in Saudi Arabia, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth
Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future
Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience
Responsibilities:

• Control the contractors’ system maintenance activities for signaling, telecommunication systems, electrical systems, feeder stations in compliance with plans
• Develop and execute knowledge transfer for all system maintenance related disciplines
• Oversee the technical systems, including signaling, communication, and control systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and reliably
• Manage and optimize rail system's signaling, communication, and control systems.
• Oversee system upgrades, integration of new technologies, and troubleshooting of technical issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure seamless system performance.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, preventive measures, and system enhancements.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for system upgrades and installations.
• Provide technical support during emergencies and system failures.
• Control the contractors’ maintenance quality in compliance with KPIs

Qualifications:

• Project management skills
• Railway maintenance background in either passenger high-speed or long distance intercity is mandatory
• A Bachelor of Science academic degree in Engineering is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years experience in rail industry, with a minumum of 5 years in a leadership position is preferred
• A minimum of 10 years experience in a similar position
• International experience, preferably GCC is preferred
• DB background is preferred
• Fluency in English is mandatory, knowledge of Arabic and German would be an added advantage
• Knowledge of MS office, MS Project, MS Sharepoint, IBM Maximo or similar tools is mandatory
• Willingness to sign a local contract with the KSA branch