Section Manager, Engineering (Plans)

Job Purpose

The Section Manager is responsible for leading the Engineering Plans team in preparing, tracking, and executing the workplan of Maintenance and Engineering (M&E) Group. The core focus of the job will be on ensuring quality and consistency across maintenance branches.

Responsibilities

1.    Lead Engineering Plans team to develop, implement and improve processes for M&E group to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
2.    Prepare, implement, and track yearly M&E Group workplan.
3.    Conduct joint investigation with branch engineers for fault findings and incident investigation.
4.    Coordinate, collate and prepare performance and maintenance reports across the branches for submission to the authorities.
5.    Facilitate audits conducted by internal auditors, the authority, and other external agencies.
6.    Facilitate and coordinate external projects with LTA and/or external parties.
7.    May be required to perform work during night hours and over weekends/public holidays.

Qualifications & Work Experience

1.    Degree in Engineering discipline.
2.    Knowledge of Quality Management standards and experience in planning function.
3.    At least 3 years of experience in supervisory or managerial role.
4.    Prior work experience in railway industry or process quality and planning is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

1.    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
2.    Proficiency in written communication and developing procedures.
3.    Experience with automation software such as Power Automate is desired.
4.    Basic coding skills (VBA, R, or Python) will be advantageous.