Assistant Manager/Manager, Technical Services (PMO – Mechanical)

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop project scopes, feasibility studies, budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and execution strategies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Provide engineering support for ride systems, ride vehicles, show equipment, and related infrastructure; review designs, specifications, and engineering submissions for operational and maintenance compliance.
• Coordinate installation, testing, commissioning, site acceptance, and project handover activities.
• Supervise contractors, consultants, vendors, and OEMs; evaluate technical proposals and monitor performance to ensure compliance with quality, safety, schedule, and project requirements.
• Ensure projects meet Universal standards, ASTM, EN13814, BCA Amusement Ride Regulations, local statutory requirements, and engineering best practices; participate in risk assessments and safety reviews.
• Support inspections, testing, quality verification, and maintain accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Facilities, Procurement, and other stakeholders to minimize operational disruptions and maintain guest experience.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide regular updates on project progress, risks, challenges, and mitigation plans.
• Identify opportunities to enhance ride reliability, maintainability, safety, and lifecycle costs; capture lessons learned and contribute to improvements in engineering standards, processes, and technical documentation.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Transportation, Theme Park, or related industries.
• Minimum 2 years of project management or supervisory experience.
• Experience in project management and execution of mechanical systems, equipment installations, or asset replacement projects.
• Familiarity with mechanical equipment, rotating machinery, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and industrial maintenance practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management principles.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Able to work at heights and in operational attraction environments.