Bid - Irl - Operational Readiness Manager - Dublin

We are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant in Operational Readiness

to support the planning, implementation, and assurance of operations and maintenance (O&M) systems for new rail and urban transit projects.

The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of expertise in the setup and management of O&M organizations, staff training, and support for commissioning and safety certification phases.

Deutsche Bahn's expertise is in high demand all around the world.

As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations.

We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions.

With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.

Since 1966,

DB Engineering & Consulting

has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries.

About 6,400 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of safety driven Operational Readiness work streams for new rail systems, aligning with international best practices and local regulatory requirements.

Design and implement training frameworks, including "train-the-trainers" programs, to ensure sustainable knowledge transfer and capacity building for O&M staff.

Support the setup and structuring of O&M organizations, defining operational procedures, resource plans, and performance metrics.

Manage and supervise testing, commissioning, and trial run phases, ensuring all operational systems are validated and ready for service.

Contributing to operational risk assessments and safety cases.

Coordinate with stakeholders including system integrators, safety assessors, rolling stock experts, and regulatory bodies to ensure a cohesive readiness process.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in configuration management within large-scale infrastructure, rail, transportation, or safety-critical industries.

Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.

MS Office i.e. at least intermediate Excel and Word skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Willingness to travel as per business and client requirements

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

All employees are supported with our confidential EAP service.

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.

We're strong believers in continual training and development for our people.

After all, your success is our success.

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.

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

Our vacation and leave policies reflect our belief in proper work-life balance.

See the world with DB Schenker!

If you're searching for an international challenge, we offer plenty of opportunities.

Please state your earliest possible availability as well as your salary expectations.

Please note that your application will be saved and used in electronic form as a part of the application process for this position.

Thank you for considering DB Engineering & Consulting as prospective employer!

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