Project Manager - Railway Safety & O&M (Saudi Arabia)
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About the Role
Eram Talent seeks a Project Manager to lead railway safety and inspection activities for major projects in Saudi Arabia. The role requires 20+ years of experience in railway systems, safety compliance, and accident investigation.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct scheduled supervisory visits and technical inspections at major railway projects (e.g., Haramain High Speed Railway, Riyadh Metro, Etihad Rail).
- Lead on site investigations immediately following railway accidents or incidents.
- Prepare and submit detailed monitoring and investigation reports within prescribed timelines (usually within two weeks).
- Review, update, and contribute to railway policies, regulations, and procedural documents as requested by regulatory authorities.
- Verify operator compliance with safety certifications, operating licenses, and regulatory requirements during inspections.
- Provide continuous technical support and respond promptly to queries from the Authority staff between site visits.
Requirements
- Minimum of 20 years’ experience in railway systems, safety, operation, and maintenance (O&M)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related technical field
- Proven experience conducting technical investigations of railway accidents or incidents
- Hands on experience with railway operation, maintenance protocols, and safety standards
- Strong knowledge of international best practices for railway safety and inspection
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Job Overview
- The Project Manager will lead and manage railway safety and inspection activities for key railway operation and maintenance projects across Saudi Arabia.
- The role requires extensive experience in railway systems focusing on safety compliance, technical inspection, accident investigation, and regulatory oversight.
Responsibilities
- Conduct scheduled supervisory visits and technical inspections at major railway projects (e.g., Haramain High Speed Railway, Riyadh Metro, Etihad Rail).
- Lead on site investigations immediately following railway accidents or incidents.
- Prepare and submit detailed monitoring and investigation reports within prescribed timelines (usually within two weeks).
- Review, update, and contribute to railway policies, regulations, and procedural documents as requested by regulatory authorities.
- Participate in meetings with railway operators and government transport authorities, both remote and in person.
- Verify operator compliance with safety certifications, operating licenses, and regulatory requirements during inspections.
- Provide continuous technical support and respond promptly to queries from the Authority staff between site visits.
- Ensure all inspection and investigation activities strictly comply with official safety standards and protocols.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 20 years’ experience in railway systems, safety, operation, and maintenance (O&M).
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related technical field. Master’s degree is preferred.
- Proven experience conducting technical investigations of railway accidents or incidents.
- Hands on experience with railway operation, maintenance protocols, and safety standards.
- Prior experience working on railway projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of international best practices for railway safety and inspection.
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