Manager of Train Operations

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 onsite Manager of Train Operations in Sanford, FL, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your extensive transportation and leadership expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated and collaborative teammates.
You'll drive the seamless coordination and performance of SunRail’s train operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional service delivery. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Operations Subcontractor, host railways, rail traffic control centers), oversee and manage the 24/7 dispatching center, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Leading the seamless coordination and performance of SunRail’s train operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and exceptional service delivery. ,

• Participating in and occasionally leading meetings with customers concerning all aspects of railroad operations. ,

• Engaging in daily interaction with tenant railroads and their leadership to coordinate movements of their trains. ,

• Preparing reports documenting on-time performance, incident response, efficiency testing, and other operational metrics as required. ,

• Completing monthly 217 testing across all shifts of the dispatchers and participating in testing with other crafts alongside state and federal testing partners. ,

• Filling in for the Chief Transportation Officer as needed. ,

• Collaborating with teams across the business, including Operations Subcontractors, host railways, and rail traffic control centers. ,

• Ensuring compliance with Title 49 CFR rules and regulations in the passenger rail industry. ,

• Managing complex administrative tasks and assets to support smooth operations. ,

• Promoting a culture of continuous learning, adaptability, and resilience within your team."

All about you

We 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:

• Degree in Transportation Management, Business Administration, or a related field, is preferred. ,

• 8 years of experience or understanding of railway operations, including roles such as Dispatcher, Conductor, and Locomotive Engineer. ,

• Knowledge of Title 49 CFR rules and regulations in the passenger rail industry. ,

• Familiarity with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. ,

• Strong communication and leadership skills. ,

• Experience in managing complex administrative departments and assets. ,

• Proven ability to coordinate and lead teams in high-pressure environments.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join 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:

• Progress towards becoming a key player in driving safety, efficiency, and exceptional service delivery in the rail industry. ,

• Work with Operations Subcontractors, host railways, rail traffic control centers, and other key stakeholders. ,

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues. ,

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

You 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 note

As 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.