Foremen/Supervisor (Rolling Stock Maintenance)

JOB PURPOSE:

To ensure the quality and safety related equipment of trains are covered and fulfilled, able to work independently or as part of a team, and able to accept responsibility. To be incharge of sending the train in service, able to take decision.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• To plan and coordinate roll stock maintenance program with the aim of improving the security, reliability, service, condition and comfort of the facilities.
• Supervise the maintenance team, set priorities for off shift repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Oversee all related maintenance activities that include the facilities and production assets, planned and unplanned repairs, upgrades and replacement.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Manage and take responsibility for the work of teams who undertake tasks, including routine services, fault finding, repairs and alterations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or equaling education with 05 years’ experience in Rolling stock.
• Operation Monitoring skills
• Supervised skills.
• Motivated and strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexible & able to change shifts given due notice.
• Knowledge of the Electrical and Mechanical drawing study.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Quality and Productivity skills.
• Repairing skills.
• Equipment Maintenance skills.
• Equipment Selection skills.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Document Management skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Good PC skills, especially MS Excel.
• Creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture.
• Decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all team members.

Mission of the position

Functions and responsibilities

Training required

Required professional experience

Competencies

Serving Customers

Driving for Results

Displaying Technical Expertise

Critical Thinking

Adapting to Change

Acting with Integrity

Building and Supporting Teams

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