System Deployment & integration Manager - Sig & COMS
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Location: Nigel, GP, ZA
Company: Alstom
Req ID:532609
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.
PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE JOB:
- To define and manage all the interfaces between Electro Mechanical (E&M) Subsystems (Rolling Stock, Signalling, Supervision, Telecommunications, Passenger Information, CCTV, Power Supply, Ticketing,) , either within Alstom contract or with other contractors or partners.
NETWORK & LINKS
INTERNAL: 60%
- Project team, Installation manager
- Subsystem’s engineering managers and installation managers
EXTERNAL: (40%)
- Customer, Consortium Partners, Subcontractors, Consultants
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define, implement, and maintain the system interface management process, including interface identification, classification, ownership, coordination, and closure. Establish and maintain an interface register to track requirements, responsible parties, deliverables, milestones, and outstanding issues.
- Define and maintain the interface management process and register, covering identification, classification, ownership, deliverables, milestones, and closure.
- Lead the preparation and review of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for each subsystem pair, defining requirements, interactions, technical characteristics, boundaries, and responsibilities.
- Ensure interfaces meet contractual and system requirements; resolve gaps, overlaps, conflicts, and integration constraints with technical teams.
- Coordinate interface definition and technical reviews, record decisions and actions, and obtain stakeholder agreement and client approval where required.
- Assign interface ownership across subsystem teams, suppliers, contractors, and external parties, ensuring clear responsibilities and complete coverage.
- Lead interface meetings and workshops; record decisions, action owners, and deadlines, and follow up to resolve issues.
- Maintain traceability between interface requirements, ICDs, design documents, and verification evidence; resolve missing or inconsistent requirements.
- Control interface changes through impact assessments and approvals, addressing technical performance, safety, cost, schedule, and integration; update documents and notify affected parties.
- Track interface risks, assumptions, dependencies, and issues; coordinate mitigation and escalate unresolved delivery or integration concerns.
- Coordinate interface verification and validation, define compliance evidence, support test preparation, and track discrepancies to closure
- Work with safety, quality, and assurance teams to capture interface constraints, review hazards, and incorporate agreed actions into interface documents.
- Track interface deliverables and approvals against project milestones; report progress, overdue actions, and integration-readiness concerns.
- Maintain configuration control of interface registers, ICDs, drawings, and records, ensuring agreed revisions and auditable decisions and approvals.
- Support interface handover and closeout by confirming verification, issue resolution or formal acceptance, and complete records for operation and maintenance.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Master University Degree in Engineering or equivalent
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE
- Field experience and a good knowledge of railway systems, available E&M equipment and Subsystems.
- Experience with at least two interlocking systems, with a sound understanding of their operating principles, functionality, and interfaces.
- Good understanding of station-based and onboard telecommunications systems, including their functions, interfaces, and integration requirements within the railway environment.
- At least 5 years of experience in Engineering / Technical functions in railway projects.
- Experience preparing and coordinating Interface Control Documents (ICDs), interface registers, and stakeholder approvals.
COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
- A good level of English and contract Language
- A good working relationship and ability to negotiate with the subsystems
- Technical communication
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Attention to details and follow-through
- Leadership and accountability
You don’t 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, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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