Job Description

Req ID:438141

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

JOB TITLE & JOB CODE

Job Title (Job Code): Project Testing and Commissioning Manager

Local Job Title (Job Code): Product Introduction Testing and Commissioning Manager

Location: Durban

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To monitor and ensure compliance of the subcontractor with T&C Work Package commitments and EHS requirements for the given project

ORGANISATION

Organization structure (job belongs to..)

AMECA/TRAXX23E Locomotive/PI Services

Reports directly to:

Hierarchical Reporting : Service manager/director

Other reporting to:

None

Direct reports:

PI Technicians. Test and Commissioning Technician

Test and commissioning Engineer

Network & Links

Internal

• Sites T&C D's, Project Manager and Pr xM's for the given project, Site TC D, Site serial tests team, Site CV team customer depots WI teams, Site Industrial, Site Engineering, Site Sourcing, Site Quality Co-ordinator, Platform QSRW, Integrating & Participating Units

External

• Customer representatives, external suppliers

PERFORMANCE MEASURE

• No fatality nor severe accident related to project's activities during test and commissioning processes
• To monitor and guarantee T&C Work Package completion within the required specified test boundaries as per the test and commissioning SOPs
• Ensure PI team members resolve T&C affecting failures safely and timeously, using the correct tools, to minimize downtime
• Ensure that a maximum of 2 faults are detected during dynamic commissioning phase (ideally zero)
• Always ensure good working relationship between PI teams members and TE testing staff

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

Responsibilities

• Managing/supervising PI team members as well as supervision of TE testing staff during fault finding when required.
• To lead fault finding activities when PI and TE testing staff are unable to resolve issues in testing.
• To raise T&C related faults with the appropriate engineering
• To train new technicians and engineers on the T&C process.
• Responsible for :

- Validation of the locomotive testing process by reviewing completed SOPs against specifications, - Supervision of TE test staff and Alstom test staff during Serial testing

- To encourage and roll out projects to improve locomotive systems and component reliability and quality to all stakeholders

- To ensure Maximo work orders are raised for material changeouts

- To manage PI containment stock used during T&C activities - To ensure QG6 is carried out by TE and/or Alstom testing staff to certify that locomotives are accepted in testing at the highest quality

• To pronounce T&C xe2x80x9cGo/No Goxe2x80x9d decision, within the specified SOP framework with Alstom and TE stakeholders: -at milestone xe2x80x9cHand-Over from manufacturing to testingxe2x80x9d -at milestone vehicle ex-works release preparation phase
• To create and update T&C documentation (tests programs, tests description, acceptance criteria, jigs and special tools, records, associated workload and workstation organisation (TAKT) based on contractual and design technical requirements.
• To comply with project's T&C commitments, acting as Work Package Owner, in compliance with the locomotive production process.
• Efficient and transparent interface with the Warranty Implementation teams working in customer's depots.
• Ensures EHS is fully considered in project T&C scope.
• Reports Deviations, Near-misses and Accidents.
• To capture and report non conformities and ensuring they are properly managed and closed, liaising with engineering, validation, RAMS, manufacturing and site Quality.

People Management:

• Manage a team of people in terms of the full scope of Human Resource applications (i.e. Jobs & Skills, Training & Qualification, Workforce, Staffing & organization)
• Manage the end to end People Management and People Review cycle for the area of responsibility
• Manage all employee relations and labour relations matter in relations to the area of responsibility
• Ensure that the team complies to all policies and procedure
• Deploy and comply with all applicable policies and procedures in terms of people management
• Responsible for employee relations at site level

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

• Minimum B.Eng/B.Sc (Electrical/Mechanical) Engineering

Desirable:

• M.Eng/M.Sc (Electrical/Mechanical) Engineering

Experience

Mandatory:

• Minimum 10 years experience in the related field and industry
• Rolling stock maintenance or Rolling stock test and commissioning experience is a must
• Electrical and electronic systems advance knowledge
• Pneumatic and mechanical systems advance knowledge
• Rolling stock application software experience
• Maximo competency / GSI Knowledge
• Railway HSE rules working knowledge

Desirable:

• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Power BI
• Python programming (web automation)
• Microprocessor product development

Competencies & Skills

• Ability to have a good communication with other colleagues and other functions (engineering, manufacturing, industrial, quality, xe2x80xa6)
• Ability for problem-solving and efficient decision-making in environment
• Ability to work across sites/functions in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to use MS Office suite
• Understanding of computer System Diagnostic skills
• Reading of drawings and schematics
• Sound Mechanical and Electrical Fault-finding skills
• Solid Electrical / Mechanical background and understanding of engineering principles
• Accurate and analytical fault reporting and report writing
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Quality principles
• Knowledge of maintenance engineering principles
• Maximo knowledge will be an advantage
• Willing to travel between sites if required
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Willing to work shifts and standby as and when required (possible weekend work)
• Ability to see in color
• Valid Driver's License
• Good team player and be able to work in a team
• Must be capable of working independently

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

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Alstom