Workshop & Line Manager 1

Req ID:527051

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.

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 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Workshop & Line Manager in Boksburg were looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your industrial management expertise in a cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates.

Youll play a key role in managing all manufacturing activities for a project(s) in the Line/Workshop ensuring operational excellence and fostering a safe efficient and inclusive work environment. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (Project Management Engineering Supply Chain Quality and EHS) oversee production schedules and drive continuous improvement initiatives and much more.

Youll specifically take care of implementing corporate policies (such as International Railway Industry Standards and EHS guidelines) but also manage the development and performance of your team members.

Well look to you for:

• Managing the manufacturing preparation and execution phases including workload planning resource allocation and skills development.

• Ensuring compliance with safety quality cost and delivery (SQCD) performance metrics.

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives using APSYS tools to optimize workstations and processes.

• Supervising configuration and change management activities including retrofitting and first-train manufacturing feedback.

• Overseeing time management and activity tracking for all employees ensuring compliance with local labor laws and regulations.

• Fostering a culture of safety collaboration and professional development within the team.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Trade Qualification/National Diploma in Operations or Engineering (a degree is desirable).

• Previous experience in an industrial environment with a minimum of 10 years in similar roles and at least 5 years in people management.

• Sound understanding of South African labor legislation and experience with unionized environments.

• Proven ability to deliver against master production schedules and adhere to railway safety regulations and quality standards (ISO).

• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with digital tools for managing manufacturing activities.

• Knowledge of industrial processes manufacturing technologies ergonomics and configuration management.

• Strong leadership skills including team management empathy and the ability to foster an inclusive work environment.

• Desirable: Experience in the railway industry previous role as an EPU Manager and familiarity with greenfield/brownfield development.

Things youll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:

• Enjoy stability challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.

• Work with new security standards for rail signaling.

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.

• Contribute to innovative projects.

• Utilize our inclusive and agile working environment.

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.

• Benefit from our investment in your development through award-winning learning programs.

• Progress towards senior leadership roles or other growth opportunities within the organization.

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life medical pension).

You dont 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 youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

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

You dont 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 youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

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