Rolling Stock Engineer

RATP Dev

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.