Operations Expert

AtkinsRéalis

Operations Expert overseeing metro system operations and maintenance, ensuring compliance and safety standards in Saudi Arabia. Support operational continuity and excellence through effective management.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeRiyadh • 🇸🇦 Saudi ArabiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee O&M Contractors’ operational activities to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
Monitor commercial and service delivery performance across metro operations.
Conduct regular inspections of stations, depots, and operational facilities.
Ensure delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality passenger services.
Verify adherence to operational standards, procedures, and best practices.
Support Operations Managers in daily operational activities and decision-making.
Respond to incidents, accidents, and emergencies in a timely and effective manner.
Provide 24/7 operational support during critical events and disruptions.
Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to resolve operational issues.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Monitor service reliability and implement improvements where required.
Maintain documentation and reporting of inspections, incidents, and operational performance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of technical and managerial experience in operations.
Experience in metro, railway, or transportation systems.
Strong understanding of O&M activities and service delivery standards.
Experience in station and depot operations and inspections.
Knowledge of safety procedures and emergency response management.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Good communication and coordination abilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure operational environment.
Willingness to provide 24/7 support when required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tax-free salary.
Life insurance coverage.
Medical insurance.
Annual leave balance.
Company gratuity scheme.
Discretionary bonus program.
Annual flight contribution.
Transportation & housing allowances.
Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

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Hard Skills & Tools

operations managementengineeringO&M activitiesservice delivery standardsstation operationsdepot operationsinspectionssafety proceduresemergency response managementreporting

Soft Skills

problem-solvingdecision-makingcommunicationcoordinationability to work in fast-paced environmentability to work in high-pressure environment

Certifications

Bachelor's degree