Job Description
Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods - and help improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people on all continents.
Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our range of offerings includes rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification and services.
Today, we are recruiting for an Operation and Maintenance Interface Lead to join our team in Saudi Arabia for the execution of the Defects Liability Period (DLP). This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.
What are my responsibilities?
- Ensure seamless coordination between the Siemens Mobility Design & Build (D&B) organization and the O&M company during the Defects and Liability Period (DLP) in the Riyadh Metro Project (RMP.
- Take the primary lead in coordinating and communicating with all stakeholders for DLP activities that will take place on the TS assets.
- Manage, control, monitor, and report to client and O&M representatives on all activities relating to the DLP works throughout the Project.
- Consult the subject matter experts (SME) to provide technical expertise to ensure compliance with existing warranties, design, safety, quality, and integrity of the TS, when required.
- Prepare, update, and provide the (monthly) reports and documentation to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Coordinate and obtain all necessary internal and/or external approvals before the work period.
- Evaluate and report on technical specifications, detailed instructions, and drawings.
- Play an active part in project DLP-related meetings and chair the same to ensure information is collected and disseminated to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Schedule and monitor DLP activities to achieve completion within agreed timescales to meet project KPIs.
- Integrate and communicate effectively with all staff, management, peers, contractors, and subcontractors as required.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge for the safe and efficient performance of all duties.
- Participate in the health, safety & risk programs including risk assessment of work activities.
- Act as the primary point of contact between Siemens Mobility and the O&M company, ensuring clear and effective communication regarding permits to work, site access, failures, defects, and incident management.
- Lead the response for Siemens Mobility from a D&B point of view to operational incidents, coordinating with relevant teams to ensure timely resolution and minimal disruption.
- Manage access protocols to ensure that all necessary personnel can perform their duties efficiently and safely.
- Monitor and report on system defects and failures, ensuring that they are addressed promptly and effectively.
- Gather all necessary inputs and communicate them to the O&M entity, ensuring that all relevant information is shared and acted upon.
What do I need to qualify for this job?
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- 10 years of experience and at least 3 years of them within a similar role in the transportation or mobility sector, with a strong understanding of O&M processes.
- Broad Knowledge of railway systems, operating requirements, available equipment, and systems.
- Project and contract management experience.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in managing cross-functional teams and coordinating with external partners.
- A solid understanding of the technical aspects of transportation systems and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to challenges.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
What else do I need to know?
As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant, that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference
