Operations Manager - Rail

Client: Leading Railway Organisation with a Global Presence Role: Operations Manager, KSA, Jeddah Industry: Rail / Infrastructure Contract: O&M, Operations & Maintenance, Service Operations

Client: Leading Railway Organisation with a Global Presence

Role: Operations Manager

Industry: Rail / Infrastructure

Contract: O&M, Operations & Maintenance, Service Operations

Location: Jeddah, KSA

Keywords: collaborative, supportive leadership, continuous improvement, safety-first culture, resource optimisation, dependable, inclusive, interpersonal skills, training opportunities, flexible working opportunities

A leading organisation in the rail sector is seeking an Operations Manager Rail to join their team in Jeddah, KSA. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to play a central part in the tactical planning, daily management, and execution of railway operations across a major network. You will be instrumental in ensuring seamless service continuity, high operational performance, and strict compliance with safety management systems and contractual requirements. The position provides a unique platform for you to demonstrate your expertise in resource coordination, incident management, and continuous improvement within a high-speed rail environment. With exposure to multi-project support and stakeholder collaboration, this role promises both professional growth and the chance to make a tangible impact on passenger experience and operational excellence. Enjoy flexible working opportunities, access to training programmes, and the chance to work alongside knowledgeable teams committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.

• Play a key role in managing daily railway operations, ensuring service continuity and operational reliability across a high-speed rail network.
• Lead resource planning and optimisation initiatives, coordinating personnel, rolling stock, and equipment for maximum productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement projects while enforcing safety management systems and collaborating with stakeholders on multi-project activities.

What you'll do:

As Operations Manager Rail based in Jeddah, you will be at the heart of daily railway operations—ensuring that every aspect runs smoothly from tactical planning through execution. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing live operations across the network with a focus on compliance with transportation plans and company directives. You will coordinate personnel deployment efficiently while optimising resources such as rolling stock and equipment. In times of disruption or incidents, you will lead responses as Rail Incident Commander—implementing contingency plans to minimise customer impact. Your analytical skills will be put to use tracking performance metrics like punctuality and reliability while driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workflow efficiency. Safety is paramount; you will foster a proactive safety-first culture by enforcing SMS standards across all teams. Additionally, your collaborative approach will see you liaising with stakeholders on multi-project activities—contributing your expertise beyond core network operations.