RAMS Manager
Type: Contract
Position: RAMS Manager – Major Rail Infrastructure Programme
Location: Canada
Industry: Transport and Rail
Salary: US$140000 - US$150000 per annum
Location: Ontario, Canada
Contract Duration: Contract through to at least December 2027, with potential for extension.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced RAMS Manager to join a high-profile rail infrastructure programme in Canada.
This role offers the chance to take a lead position on a complex, large-scale transit project, working alongside a highly respected international engineering team and playing a key role in the successful delivery of one of the country's most significant rail programmes.
With a secured pipeline of work through at least December 2027, this position provides both long-term stability and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on a landmark transportation project.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Safety) activities across the project lifecycle.
- Develop and implement RAMS strategies, plans and assurance processes.
- Manage RAMS requirements and performance targets across multiple rail systems.
- Oversee safety assurance, risk assessments, hazard management and compliance activities.
- Coordinate with systems engineering, design, testing and commissioning teams.
- Review and approve contractor and supplier RAMS deliverables.
- Interface directly with clients, stakeholders and project leadership teams.
- Support systems integration and operational readiness activities.
- Lead and mentor RAMS engineers within the project team.
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in RAMS, Systems Assurance or Safety Assurance within the rail sector.
- Proven delivery experience on metro, LRT, commuter rail, heavy rail or high-speed rail projects.
- Strong knowledge of EN50126, EN50128 and EN50129.
- Experience with FMECA, FTA, FRACAS, RAM modelling and risk assessment methodologies.
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
- Previous experience on large-scale transportation infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
What's on Offer
- Long-term programme with work secured through at least December 2027.
- Opportunity to work on a flagship rail infrastructure project.
- Highly competitive day rate/package.
- Collaborative international project environment.
- Exposure to major rail systems, integration and assurance activities.
- Excellent opportunity for a senior RAMS professional looking to take ownership of a critical function on a landmark project.
This role would suit an experienced RAMS Manager, Senior RAMS Engineer, Systems Assurance Manager or Safety Assurance Manager looking for a long-term opportunity on one of Canada's most exciting rail programmes.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.