Resident Inspector

Job Description

Overview

The Resident Inspector Civil (Operations and Maintenance) is responsible for supervising inspecting and ensuring the quality and compliance of civil maintenance works within metro/rail infrastructure. The role focuses on supporting operations and maintenance activities by ensuring that civil assets such as stations viaducts tunnels depots and track structures are maintained to the highest safety and performance standards.

Your role

Site Inspection & Supervision

• Conduct daily inspections of civil structures including stations tunnels viaducts bridges depots and track works.
• Monitor ongoing maintenance and repair activities to ensure compliance with approved methods and specifications.
• Ensure all works are executed as per drawings standards and contract requirements.

Maintenance Oversight (O&M)

• Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of civil infrastructure.
• Identify defects deterioration or safety risks in structures and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure timely closure of maintenance issues and defects.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications international standards and client requirements.
• Verify quality of materials workmanship and construction methods used in repair works.
• Maintain inspection records checklists and non-conformance reports (NCRs).

Safety Monitoring

• Ensure adherence to HSE (Health Safety and Environment) regulations and Saudi standards.
• Identify potential safety hazards in civil works and ensure mitigation measures are implemented.
• Participate in safety audits toolbox talks and incident investigations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily inspection reports and progress updates.
• Record defects maintenance logs and inspection findings.
• Assist in preparing weekly/monthly reports for the Resident Engineer / O&M Manager.

Coordination & Stakeholder Liaison

• Coordinate with Resident Engineers contractors subcontractors and O&M teams.
• Assist in resolving technical issues on-site.
• Support audits and inspections by clients or regulatory authorities.

About you

Education

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering.

Experience

• 510 years of experience in civil works within metro/railway infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 35 years in Operations & Maintenance (O&M) environment preferred.
• Experience in Middle East/GCC (preferably Saudi Arabia) is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Concrete structures bridges tunnels and station buildings.
  • Track-related civil works (ballasted/ballastless track structures).
  • Structural inspection and maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with international standards (e.g. ASTM BS EN) and Saudi regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings specifications and reports.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and inspection capability.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Problem-solving and proactive approach.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality compliance of maintenance works.
• Timely defect identification and closure.
• Safety compliance on-site.
• Accuracy and completeness of inspection reports.

Work Environment

• Field-based role with extensive site inspections across metro assets.
• May require shift work as per O&M schedules.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• 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.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills expand your expertise and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

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