RAMS lead

About SYSTRA

SYSTRA is a global engineering and consultancy group specializing in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA designs safe and sustainable transport solutions globally, facilitating social inclusion and access to essential services. For 65 years, the Group has supported cities and regions in developing, improving, and modernizing their infrastructure and transport systems across the project lifecycle, from design to maintenance. Operating in over 80 countries, SYSTRA supports clients in their digital, ecological, and energy transitions to shape future mobility.

The Role of RAMS Lead

SYSTRA is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented RAMS Lead to join its rail infrastructure team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time, strategic leadership position involves overseeing the Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) function for rail operations and projects. The RAMS Lead will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive RAMS strategies to ensure optimal system performance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across all rail assets and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of RAMS strategies and programs aligned with organizational objectives and industry standards.
• Conduct and oversee Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and other reliability assessments to identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Manage RAMS data collection, analysis, and reporting to support evidence-based decision-making and performance optimization.
• Establish and maintain RAMS performance metrics, KPIs, and dashboards to track system reliability, availability, and safety across rail operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to develop maintenance strategies, spare parts optimization, and asset lifecycle management plans.
• Ensure compliance with international rail safety standards, regulations, and industry best practices (ISO 26262, EN 50126, and equivalent standards).
• Lead cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance on RAMS-related issues, design reviews, and system improvements.
• Develop and deliver RAMS training programs to enhance organizational capability and awareness.
• Prepare comprehensive RAMS documentation, technical reports, and presentations for stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Mentor junior engineers and build a high-performing RAMS team.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in RAMS within the rail infrastructure sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading RAMS strategies and programs.
• Strong understanding of international rail safety standards and regulations (*, ISO 26262, EN 50126).
• Proven ability to conduct and oversee various reliability assessments.
• Experience in managing RAMS data, analysis, and reporting.

Work Location

This position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.