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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Overview
The Resident Engineer (O&M) will be responsible for overseeing the operations and maintenance activities of metro rail systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable functioning of all assets. The role involves managing contractors, supervising maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating with stakeholders.
Your role
Operations Management
- Oversee day-to-day metro operations to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Monitor system performance (trains, track, signaling, telecom, power supply, etc.).
- Ensure adherence to operational schedules and service standards.
- Analyze operational data and implement improvements to optimize performance.
Maintenance Management
- Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities across civil, E&M, and systems.
- Ensure timely inspection, repair, and maintenance of metro infrastructure and rolling stock.
- Review maintenance plans, schedules, and reports from contractors/vendors.
- Ensure proper documentation and asset lifecycle management.
Contractor & Vendor Management
- Supervise O&M contractors and service providers.
- Review contractor performance against KPIs/SLAs.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, safety, and quality standards.
- Conduct periodic meetings and audits.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with railway/metro safety standards and statutory regulations.
- Implement safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
- Promote a strong safety culture across teams.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure maintenance activities meet quality and technical standards.
- Conduct inspections and audits of systems and works.
- Verify adherence to ISO/Quality Management Systems where applicable.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with clients, government authorities, contractors, and internal teams.
- Support audits and reporting requirements for regulatory bodies.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams for issue resolution.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance, incidents, inspections, and performance.
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly O&M reports.
- Track KPIs and recommend improvements.
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-155888
Salary range
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About you
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical / Mechanical / Civil / Electronics / Railway Engineering).
- Master's degree is an added advantage.
Experience
- 15+ years of experience in transport, metro/railway projects.
- Minimum 5+ years in Operations & Maintenance of metro/rail systems.
- Experience working as Resident Engineer / O&M Lead / Maintenance Manager preferred.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of:
- Metro systems (track, rolling stock, signaling, telecom, traction power)
- Maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, corrective)
- Asset management systems
- Familiarity with international standards (IEC, EN, railway safety standards).
- Experience with CMMS/maintenance software tools.
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure operational environment.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- System availability and reliability
- Maintenance turnaround time
- Safety compliance and incident reduction
- Contractor performance
- Service punctuality and efficiency
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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