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Introduction
Railways for the world of tomorrow​.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Head of Fixed Assets  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’ fixed assets maintenance and inspection activities including network infrastructure such as tracks and structures, and maintenance of stations as well as buildings in compliance with work plans
  • Develop and execute knowledge transfer for all fixed assets maintenance related disciplines
  • Manage and maintain all physical assets, such as tracks, bridges, stations, and other infrastructure components.
  • Overseeing asset lifespan, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and making plans for replacements or upgrades.
  • Develop and implement asset management strategies to ensure longevity and reliability.
  • Conduct regular inspections and assessments to identify maintenance needs and potential risks.
  • Plan and execute maintenance, repair, and replacement projects for fixed assets.
  • Monitor compliance with safety standards and regulations for all fixed assets.
  • Collaborate with the maintenance and infrastructure teams to optimize asset performance.
  • Coordinate with external contractors and engineers for specialized asset maintenance projects.
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and reports related to fixed asset management.
  • Control the contractors’ fixed assets maintenance quality in compliance with KPIs
Qualifications
Qualifications:

  • Project management skills
  • Railway fixed assets maintenance background is mandatory
  • A Bachelor of Science academic degree in Engineering is preferred
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in rail industry, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position is preferred
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in a similar position
  • International experience, preferably GCC is required
  • 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
  • Should be willing to sign a local contract with the KSA branch

About us
Railways for the world of tomorrow​.
Disclaimer
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!