Depot Planning Engineer

As a Depot Planning Engineer within our Passenger Train Operations department, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of our train depot facilities.
Reporting directly to the Depot Manager, you will be responsible for planning and overseeing depot operations, maintenance, and resource management to ensure the seamless operation of our passenger train fleet.
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop plans and schedules for depot activities, including train inspections, maintenance, cleaning, and fueling, to optimize resource utilization.
Manage depot resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure they are efficiently deployed to meet operational needs.
Collaborate with maintenance teams to plan and schedule routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of passenger trains, ensuring minimal disruption to the schedule.
Ensure that all depot activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Conduct safety audits and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.
Oversee the inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment required for depot operations, maintaining appropriate stock levels and ordering as needed.
Implement quality control processes to ensure that all maintenance and servicing activities meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
Maintain accurate records of depot activities, including maintenance logs, equipment inventories, and safety reports.
Generate regular reports for management on depot performance and resource utilization.
Coordinate and lead depot response efforts during emergencies or operational disruptions.
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, in Mechanical, or a related field is preferred.
Relevant certifications or training in depot management and railway operations are a plus.
Experience:

8+ years of experience.
Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving abilities with the capability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
Proficiency in using depot management software and tools.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and adapt to changing operational demands.
Other Responsibilities
Safety Responsibilities:

To comply with those elements of the company's environment, health and safety management system and other company documents where specific responsibility is identified with the role or as a general requirement on all employees.
Security:

Etihad Rail subsidiary employees are responsible for being aware of the current policies and procedures and their responsibilities for protecting corporate assets; using corporate resources only for intended purposes as defined by policies and procedures of Etihad Rail; being accountable for their actions relating to their use of all assets.
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