Depot Equipment Expert

About the role

Egis Group is looking for an experienced Depot Equipment Expert to join its project team in Cairo, Egypt. The role covers the formulation of technical specifications and the design of the depot, workshops and maintenance equipment facilities, and extends through construction supervision, including the rehabilitation of the depot and maintenance facilities to the highest operational and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the formulation of technical specifications and lead the design of the depot, workshops and maintenance equipment facilities
• Oversee the rehabilitation and construction of the depot and maintenance facilities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards
• Carry out functional design assessments of maintenance facilities, from initial planning through factory and on-site acceptance phases
• Evaluate and assess the technical elements of contractor tenders, giving detailed recommendations and technical guidance
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and operational protocols to optimise equipment performance and facility efficiency
• Analyse facility performance data and maintain documentation for audit, reporting and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams so that design elements meet client requirements and operational objectives
• Provide technical oversight and mentoring to depot staff on maintenance procedures, equipment operation and safety protocols

Required profile

• 15+ years of professional experience in railway depot design, maintenance facility planning and transit system infrastructure projects on mega-scale initiatives
• Background as a Project Management Consultant (PMC) or Senior Consultant on large-scale railway, metro or light rail transit (LRT) projects
• Experience supervising mega-projects from functional design through construction, factory acceptance and on-site acceptance
• Ability to formulate comprehensive technical specifications and assess contractor tenders on complex, multi-million dollar projects
• Preferred: international project experience in depot planning and facility design across several countries and regulatory environments
• Preferred: advanced background in preventive maintenance planning, operational protocols and facility optimisation

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software and technical design tools
• Designing and specifying railway maintenance facilities, workshops and equipment for metro or LRT systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to quality standards and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, able to lead multidisciplinary teams on international projects