O&M Sr.Operations Planner Engineer

Alstom · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-06-09

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Could you be the full-time O&M Sr. Operations Planner Engineer in Cairo we’re looking for?Your future roleTake on a new challenge and apply your operational planning and analytical expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and detail-oriented teammates.You'll play a key role in optimizing train operations and ensuring smooth service delivery. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Control Centre, Passenger Service personnel, and contractors), analyze operational data, and prepare detailed operating schedules for normal and special event operations.You’ll specifically take care of creating and updating train schedules, analyzing ridership data, and preparing operational procedures, but also developing programs to measure performance metrics and service reliability.We’ll look to you for:Reviewing ridership data and determining optimum operating plans and schedulesPreparing detailed operating schedules for regular and special event operationsCoordinating with Control Centre and Passenger Service teams to evaluate and modify schedulesDeveloping and maintaining operating procedures and manualsAnalyzing passenger loading to determine peak-period train headway schedulingPreparing monthly reports on service operations, including anomalies and their rationaleProducing public notices for holiday or special service operationsReviewing and analyzing automatic train control (ATC) system anomalies and recommending corrective actionsCalculating and evaluating daily, weekly, and monthly train availabilityProviding statistical analysis to improve service qualityAll about youWe value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related fieldMinimum 3 years of experience in railway operations, preferably in automated or driverless systemsFluency in Arabic and proficiency in English (written and spoken)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication, leadership, and training abilitiesAbility to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teamsExperience in preparing and analyzing operational procedures and statistical reportsThings you’ll enjoyJoin us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routinesWork with innovative technologies and systems for automated rail operationsCollaborate with transverse teams and supportive colleaguesContribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobilityUtilise our inclusive and flexible working environmentSteer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countriesBenefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning opportunitiesProgress towards senior leadership roles in operations or other fieldsYou 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 noteAs 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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Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Alstom is a French multinational manufacturer of rail transport equipment including high-speed trains, metros, trams, signalling systems, and rail infrastructure services. The company is the prime contractor on multiple Egyptian rail projects including the Cairo Monorail.

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  • Record-Breaking Rail Development: Developed the TGV which set a world rail speed record of 515.3 km/h in 1990
  • Global Talent Powerhouse: Operates with a global talent base of over 86,000 employees representing 184 different nationalities
  • 40% US Rail: Manufactured approximately 40% of all trains currently in operation in the United States

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  • Mobility for tomorrow — Mission framed around sustainable urban mobility - public transport as a climate lever.
  • Innovation — Investment in hydrogen trains, automation, digital signalling, and battery-electric rolling stock.

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