• Jeddah, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • Entry date: immediately
  • Still accepting applications
  • Full Time (Fixed Term)
  • Job-Ref.: 563162
  • DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH
  • Civil engineering and architecture
  • Academic Professionals
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DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is part of the DB group, a world-leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects worldwide. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility, and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts and experience gained from decades of project work, we shape the future of transportation, connect continents, and promote environmental stewardship. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Track Senior Maintenance Expert to support Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) in organizing, supervising, and optimizing track maintenance activities across its operational railway network. The expert will provide technical leadership, develop maintenance plans and procedures, and support the implementation of modern maintenance strategies including predictive maintenance and digital asset management. The objective is to ensure railway infrastructure safety, reliability, availability, and operational efficiency in compliance with SAR standards and international best practices. This is a senior technical leadership role focused on maintenance management, planning, performance improvement, and innovation.



Responsibilities:

  • Organize, coordinate, and supervise railway track maintenance activities across assigned railway sections.
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to maintenance teams and contractors.
  • Maintenance Planning & Procedure Development
  • Develop and optimize preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance plans for track infrastructure.
  • Prepare maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and maintenance strategies aligned with international standards (EN, UIC, AREMA).
  • Track Infrastructure Maintenance Technical Expertise
  • Support identification and resolution of track defects and infrastructure degradation.
  • Provide expert technical support on maintenance of track components including: rails, sleepers, ballast, fastenings, turnouts, curves, level crossings and special trackwork
  • Maintenance Innovation, Predictive Maintenance & Digitalization
  • Propose and support implementation of predictive maintenance strategies using inspection data and asset performance analysis.
  • Support digitalization initiatives related to asset management and maintenance systems (e.g.,Maximo or equivalent).
  • Inspection, Monitoring & Reporting
  • Review and assess routine and mechanized track inspections, including TGIV, UT, GPR,
  • ASIV, and patrol inspections.
  • Quality Assurance, Asset Management & Compliance
  • Assess contractor quality systems, maintenance procedures, and equipment suitability
Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Railway Engineering, or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in railway track maintenance, asset management, or maintenance supervision within operational railway environments. Experience in high-speed, heavy haul, or mixed-traffic railway environments preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of track infrastructure maintenance, including rails, sleepers, ballast, fastenings, turnouts, and track geometry
  • Experience in maintenance planning, procedure development, defect analysis, and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
  • Familiarity with international railway standards (EN, UIC, AREMA) and railway asset management systems (e.g., Maximo or equivalent)
  • Experience in performance-based maintenance contracts, maintenance optimization, and asset lifecycle management is preferred
  • Knowledge of digital maintenance systems, condition monitoring, and maintenance innovation approaches is an advantage
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and technical reporting skills, with the ability to supervise maintenance activities and provide technical guidance
  • Ability to work in operational railway environments and travel across network locations as required
  • Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic beneficial) and valid driving license

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  • Professional onboarding and development​

    We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.​

  • Attractive employment conditions​

    We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.​

  • Mobilization & relocation support​

    To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.

  • Work safety​

    Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.​

  • International career opportunities​

    We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.

  • Intercultural teams​

    With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.

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