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Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist

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Wabtec logoWabtec · Pretoria, South Africa
Full-timeOn-site4mo ago
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Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance with customers to ensure all the required tools are available.
  • Provide recommendations on the maintenance material requirements
  • Provide the job training on locomotive systems and product safety
  • Provide guidance on how to use Wabtec digital & mechanical tools
  • Advice & coaching during troubleshooting of faults and diagnosis
  • Advice & coaching during scheduled maintenance
  • Perform failure root courses analysis
  • Analyses of failure trends using collected locomotives data
  • Ensure environmental health and safety awareness during repairs and maintenance.
  • Locomotive data collection and management/shop advisor
  • Desired Characteristics:
  • Willingness to work various shifts & various days
  • Experience and proficiency with a PC, email as well as Microsoft office applications
  • Ability to work in railroad locomotive shop environment
  • Professional demeanor and appearance representing Wabtec's to multiple customers
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to speak, read and write English fluently
  • Technical experience in a locomotive's maintenance or production environment
  • Rail industry knowledge and work experience
  • Experience in a customer technical services role
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Effective team member and contributor
  • Ability to travel 80% of time locally and regionally
  • Ability to relocate
  • Tertiary education in Engineering or applicable technical training together with 5 years applicable experience in the railway industry
  • What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
  • At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
  • If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
  • Who are we?
  • Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
  • Culture powers us and the possibilities.
  • We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
  • We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
  • Need accommodation? Just let us know - we've got you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Additional Information

Job Title : Field Service and Technical Advising Specialist Industry Focus Group : Freight Service Operations Business Segment : Wabtec South Africa Technologies Job Function : Service Job Family : Field Services and Maintenance Band : Grade Role Summary


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