Operations Lead

Major Responsibilities:

• Operations Concept and Plans Development
• Develop and implement development strategies and concepts relating to rail operations to improve efficiency, effectiveness and productivity
• Support review of operations plans, including contingency and exercise plans
• Operations Capability Development through Technology Adoption
• Support the development of operations capabilities enabled by technology to enhance communication, sense making and decision making of rail operations
• Workforce Capability and Professional Development
• Develop and implement structured competency roadmaps for rail operations staff under the Rail Achiever Scheme
• Work with HR and Rail Training Institution to establish certification, accreditation, and continuous learning pathways
• Operations Support for Tenders & Mobilizations
• Provide subject matter expertise in operations to support both local and international rail tender bids.
• Lead the operations work streams in mobilizations
• Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with Maintenance/Engineering, and Safety teams to ensure alignment of operations strategies and implementation
• Engage with OEMs, PTOs, regulators, and industry partners to adopt best practices and shape industry standards
• Perform other duties as directed by his/ her superiors.

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Transportation Management or Operations Management
• Prior experience with project management systems and operations safety
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplined team in various locations
• Demonstrated ability of managing external stakeholders
• Knowledge of safety legislation and statutes, and an ability to interpret applicable legislation as relevant to operations
• Skilled in safety management, risk assessment and development of risk controls and actions