Director of Rolling Stock

Transdev Portugal is looking for a Director of Rolling Stock ! Position Summary The Director of Rolling Stock is responsible for the strategic management, maintenance, reliability, availability, and lifecycle performance of Porto Light Rail's rolling stock fleet. The role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations through the development and implementation of maintenance strategies, asset management programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all rolling stock maintenance activities to ensure fleet safety, reliability, and availability. Develop and implement maintenance strategies, plans, and budgets aligned with operational requirements. Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs. Manage rolling stock assets throughout their lifecycle, including refurbishment and replacement planning. Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements. Ensure the effective management and maintenance of rolling stock, workshop equipment and associated maintenance facilities. Monitor maintenance performance through KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Manage maintenance contracts, suppliers, and technical service providers. Lead and coordinate rolling stock maintenance management, technical managers and maintenance teams, ensuring the required competencies and resources across fleets and facilities. Support operational readiness and coordinate closely with operations and infrastructure departments. Prepare and manage departmental budgets and resources. Minimum Qualifications Higher education degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Minimum Experience At least 10 years of experience in railway rolling stock maintenance. At least 5 years of professional experience in the management of railway rolling stock maintenance of comparable complexity to the fleet concerned, involving maintenance activities with a value of at least €5 million. Demonstrated experience managing rolling stock maintenance within a metro, light rail, or railway environment. Specific Requirements Specialist expertise in metro and railway systems. Strong knowledge of rolling stock maintenance methodologies, asset management, and reliability-centered maintenance. Knowledge of railway safety standards and regulatory requirements. Proven leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Excellent communication skills in a multicultural operating environment. Reporting Line The Director of Rolling Stock reports to the Chief Executive Officer/General Manager and is responsible for the overall performance of the Rolling Stock Directorate