Engineering Delivery Manager

Position Overview:

Responsible for the co-ordination, preparation and execution of Engineering Possession plans, based on inputs from the Infrastructure Maintenance, Projects and external stakeholders. This position will perform work during the allocated Engineering Hours as required by the position duties.

The position main purpose is to safely manage a team of Engineering Controllers that will takeover parts the ER Railway network from Network Operations to allow the performance of Engineering works on the Network within allocated periods (Engineering hours).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a high profile in the promotion of safe working conditions and practices so as to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and Contractors
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Engineering Controllers such as, but not limited to, team rostering, Engineering Possession planning packs, competence assessment and technical and management support.
• Support the Engineering Controllers during their shift and liaise with the Duty Manager or NOCC Director in case of disputes.
• Create the Engineering Possession Plans packs, based on inputs from the Asset Management, Project and Stakeholder teams. This includes the co-ordination of discipline activities required, based on the inputs provided by the respective teams.
• Interface with the service planners and NOCC to ensure the ability to successfully execute the Engineering Possession plan.
• Attend the network access meetings and provide Engineering Possession guidance to allow for an optimized network access plan to be produced.
• Ensure the possession planning procedure and ER rule book is implemented during the delivery of Engineering Works by its team.
• Promote continuous improvement of the Engineering Possession managing processes to ensure enhanced levels of safety, delivery and efficiency and provide support in the review of Maintenance Access rules and regulations.
• Undertakes similar and related tasks and duties as directed by the Line Manager, which may include the duties allocated to the Engineering Controllers.
• Perform inspections to both the Engineering Controllers and PIC to assess compliance to the company's procedures.

Academic Qualifications:

• University Certificate or equivalent or
• High School Diploma and 12 years of applicable experience;

Professional Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Full driving license or ability to convert it to UAE License
• Knowledge of applicable railway standards
• Recognized competence assessor qualification

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of Engineering Possession delivery experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Infrastructure Maintenance
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading teams
• Experience with the operation pf of Signalling Control Systems

Other Skills:

• Advanced English level equivalent to IELTS 7 or above
• Ability to work with Signalling Operating technologies
• Good planning skills
• Knowledge of key railway maintenance, operation, and construction activities
• Analytical skills for problem solving
• Proven ability to deliver allocated elements of the Maintenance Plan
• Ability to work in a team
• Computer and Microsoft skills
• Excellent communication skills