Quality Manager - Railway

Job description

the employer is an international player in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services, creating intelligent infrastructures and buildings that address climate challenges and support sustainable territorial development. In the Middle East, the employer employs 3,500 staff across 8 countries and has delivered over 700 complex development projects. Responsibilities: develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive quality management system for railway operations; lead and conduct quality audits to ensure compliance with standards and regulations; analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement areas; implement root cause analysis and corrective actions; collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive continuous improvement; develop and maintain quality documentation including policies, procedures and work instructions; provide leadership and guidance to quality team and other departments; ensure compliance with local and international railway safety standards; manage and mitigate quality‑related risks; stay updated on industry best practices and emerging quality management technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management or a related field
• minimum 15 years of experience in quality management, preferably in the railway industry
• professional certifications such as Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• extensive knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies
• proficiency in root cause analysis, statistical process control and Lean Six Sigma techniques
• strong understanding of railway industry standards, regulations and safety management systems
• experience with quality management software and data analysis tools
• excellent project management and risk assessment skills
• strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of driving quality initiatives
• outstanding analytical and problem‑solving skills
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• willingness to travel as required for audits and site inspections.

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