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Railways for the world of tomorrow.
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DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, 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. We represent 180 years of rail experience and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.


We are seeking a CEO Advisor as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.



Responsibilities:


  • Serves as a senior strategic and operational partner, supporting the CEO in overseeing, optimizing, and scaling bus operations. 
  • Focuses on operational excellence, service reliability, cost efficiency, safety, and performance management across the bus network, while translating executive priorities into actionable initiatives.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO on all matters related to bus operations, service delivery, and operational performance.
  • Provide data-driven insights, analysis, & recommendations to support executive decision-making.
  • Support development and execution of short- and long-term operational strategies aligned with organizational goals
  • Monitor and evaluate performance of bus operations, including on-time performance, fleet utilization, service reliability, safety, and customer experience
  • Identify operational risks, service gaps, and improvement opportunities
  • Support coordination between operations, maintenance, scheduling, planning, safety, and finance teams. 
  • Establish and track key operational KPIs and dashboards
  • Lead or support initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality
  • Drive continuous improvement in operational processes, policies, and governance.
  • Lead high-priority cross-departmental projects sponsored by the CEO
  • Ensure alignment and accountability across internal stakeholders
  • Follow up on executive directives and track progress of CEO-led initiatives.
  • Support interactions with boards, stakeholders, third party, and external service providers
  • Representing the CEO in internal and external meetings as delegated
  • Assist with preparation of executive reports, board materials, and operational briefings.
Kvalifikationer
Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 8-12+ years of experience in transit operations, transportation management, operations leadership, or executive advisory roles
  • Strong understanding of big bus operations, fleet management and maintenance, scheduling, labor environments (multi-national workforce), and regulatory requirements
  • Proven ability to analyse complex operational data and translate insights into action
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
  • High level of discretion, integrity, and professional judgment. 
  • Preferably with regional and international expertise, specifically 5 years’ experience in the Middle East.
  • Experience working with Ministry, Government Agencies, Public & Private Stakeholders in the Middle East.
  • Preferably proficiency in Arabic language, speaking, writing & reading. Plus, English language skills both spoken and written. 
  • Only Muslim Applicants – Work Location: Makkah City.  
  • Full Computer Literacy
  • Driving license required to drive to site or to technical meetings with the client representative. 


Benefits

Attractive employment conditions​
We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.​
Intercultural teams​
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
International career opportunities​
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Mobilization & relocation support​
To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.
Professional onboarding and development​
We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.​
Work safety​
Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.​
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Ansvarsfraskrivelse
In case you match the profile and are interested in a complex task within the transport sector, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!