Rolling Stock Manager

SYSTRA is one of the worlds leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRAs mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

Rolling Stock Manager

Missions/Main Duties

• Lead and manage the rolling stock workstream for the high-speed rail project, from concept through to delivery and handover.
• Oversee rolling stock procurement processes including specification preparation, tender evaluation, and contractor management.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (track, signalling, electrification, stations, maintenance) to ensure integration of rolling stock systems.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and consultants to monitor manufacturing, assembly, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, standards (UIC, EN, etc.), and client specifications.
• Review and assess technical designs, modifications, and performance data.
• Develop and manage rolling stock project schedules, budgets, and progress reports.
• Ensure the implementation of safety, reliability, and quality standards across all rolling stock activities.
• Provide technical support and advice to stakeholders and project teams.
• Facilitate acceptance testing, trial operations, and project handover.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem resolution related to rolling stock issues.
• Support asset management and maintenance strategy development for rolling stock.
  
  

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in rolling stock management, with a strong focus on rail/high-speed rail or transportation sectors.
• Proven track record in rolling stock procurement, systems integration, testing, and commissioning.
• Good understanding of international and regional railway standards and regulations.
• Experience in project management within consultancy or client organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, leadership, and communication skills.
• Preferably with GCC and UAE Experience.
• Fluent in English.