Chief Expert – Operations & Maintenance (O&M) – High-Speed / Metro Rail

Salary/Rate:USD9-11k Net / p/m pus accommodation, flights, Insurance
Job Type:Perm
Town/City:India
Country:India
Sector:Rail & Transit
Job ref:CEOP001
Post Date:23. 03. 2026
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About the Role

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of operations and maintenance strategies for rail systems
  • Provide expert input into O&M planning, including asset management, lifecycle planning, and maintenance regimes
  • Support operational readiness, including procedures, staffing models, and performance frameworks
  • Oversee maintenance standards to ensure reliability, safety, and system availability
  • Contribute to the integration of Roll-On / Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) operations within the rail environment
  • Ensure compliance with international standards and best practices for rail operations
  • Collaborate with engineering, safety, and project delivery teams to align O&M requirements
  • Advise on system performance for rail networks operating at 250 km/h or higher
  • Support testing, commissioning, and transition to operations

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 20 years of experience in the rail industry
  • At least 10 years of experience in metro and/or high-speed rail (HSR) projects
  • Minimum 2 years of experience working on rail systems operating at speeds of 250 km/h or above
  • Proven international project experience (outside of domestic/home country)
  • Strong expertise in rail operations and maintenance frameworks, asset management, and performance optimisation
  • Experience working within or alongside Roll-On / Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) operations is highly desirable
  • Demonstrated leadership experience on large, complex rail infrastructure projects

Must have 

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Transport, Rail Systems, or a related discipline