Rolling Stock Engineer (Light Maintenance)

JOB PURPOSE:

The Rolling Stock Engineer is responsible for leading and managing the maintenance operations of rolling stock and depot equipment to ensure reliability, availability, and safety. The role focuses on operational efficiency, technical excellence, and proactive technician team leadership. It involves overseeing a multidisciplinary maintenance team, coordinating resources, ensuring safety standards, and leveraging maintenance systems like Maximo for accurate tracking and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Operations & Maintenance Management

• Oversee and support all maintenance activities for rolling stock and depot equipment.
• Monitor operational efficiency, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate reported/unreported damages, equipment failures, and recurring issues to improve system reliability.
• Ensure compliance with planned and corrective maintenance schedules and coordinate cross-functional technical efforts.
• Analyze trainset performance and operational behavior using diagnostic tools and field data.
• Manage requirements of maintenance activities for sub-contractors & suppliers.

Resource & Performance Management

• Manage human, material, and financial resources to ensure optimal operational output.
• Participate in developing training programs, evaluating performance, and building competency plans.
• Review and optimize spare parts usage and material forecasting to reduce downtime.
• Support planning for capital investment and lifecycle management of assets.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead day-to-day team coordination, including task assignment, resource planning, shift management, and conflict resolution.
• Implement coaching and mentoring practices to support team development and performance enhancement.
• Foster a collaborative and informed work culture through regular briefings and structured communication.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and identify succession planning opportunities within the team.

Maximo System & Digital Tools

• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the Maximo system (or equivalent MMS).
• Generate, review, and close work orders in Maximo, ensuring full traceability of maintenance activities.
• Analyze maintenance data trends and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Train and guide team members on Maximo usage and digital reporting practices.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations, company safety standards, and risk mitigation protocols.
• Ensure all work activities are closed in Maximo once the work has been completed (as per the defined company timescales).
• Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, safety drills, and compliance audits.
• Oversee safe operations during maintenance work, ensuring the protection of personnel and assets.
• Lead incident investigations, report findings, and implement lessons learned to prevent recurrence.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (or related discipline).
• Fluent in Arabic and proficient in English; knowledge of French is an added advantage.

Knowledge

• Solid understanding of rolling stock and depot equipment systems, including mechanics, pneumatics, electronics, and diagnostics.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, team and production management, safety standards, and change management.
• Proficiency with Maintenance Management Systems (preferably Maximo).

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the railway industry, with at least 5 years in rolling stock or depot equipment maintenance.
• Proven track record in managing change initiatives and driving continuous improvement.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES

• Leadership: Strong leadership with effective communication, supervision, and coordination skills.
• Analytical Thinking: Analytical and results-oriented, with strategic thinking and a hands-on problem-solving mindset.
• Resilience & Decision-Making: Ability to manage high-pressure environments and make timely, sound decisions.
• Negotiation & Stakeholder Engagement: Proven negotiation skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Innovation & Professional Integrity: Commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and professional integrity.