Specialist: Technical Safety & Quality (Rail) – Transnet (Parktown, Gauteng)

Transnet is hiring a Specialist: Technical Safety & Quality to lead railway safety initiatives, engineering compliance, and quality assurance across the rail infrastructure network. This role focuses on improving safety through advanced engineering, technology, and risk management strategies. 🧾 Key Responsibilities 🚆 Safety & Risk Management Develop and implement railway safety risk management plans Ensure compliance with railway safety legislation and standards Promote engineering solutions to reduce human error risks ⚙️ Engineering & Quality Assurance Oversee quality assurance for rolling stock and infrastructure Ensure certification of fitness for rail equipment Support product lifecycle management for safety-critical systems 🔬 Innovation & Technology Drive adoption of 4IR technologies in railway safety Conduct research and benchmarking with global organisations Recommend innovative engineering solutions 📊 Governance & Compliance Develop policies, procedures, and safety standards Ensure compliance with legislation (PFMA, OHS Act, Railway Safety Act) Manage contractor safety and shutdown projects 👥 Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead technical safety initiatives across departments Engage regulators and stakeholders Manage budgets, teams, and departmental performance