Vehicle and Depot Manager for Mälartåg

In December, VR Sweden will take over the operation of Mälartåg, and we are now looking for a Vehicle and Depot Manager for the assignment, starting during the mobilization phase. To succeed in this role, you are a confident and structured specialist who wants to lead and develop one of our most critical business areas and values a culture characterized by respect, collaboration, and a strong focus on safety.

About VR Sweden

At VR, we work together for the best public transport in the world. In the Swedish market, we operate bus and train services on the national rail network. Together with our colleagues in Finland, we are one of the largest operators in public transport in the Nordic region. Our goal is to increase our competitiveness by focusing on development and innovations as well as improved operational quality.

We operate based on our values: We care, We work together, and We contribute to development.

Responsibilities

As the Vehicle and Depot Manager for Mälartåg, you are responsible as a purchaser to follow up on VR's maintenance provider and ensure that their commitments regarding vehicles, vehicle maintenance, and depots are carried out in accordance with traffic and maintenance agreements for high vehicle availability and reliability.

The role also involves ensuring that the maintenance provider meets all agreed requirements regarding quality and traffic safety, so that our vehicles used in operations are safe and meet the requirements. This means you have a good understanding of safety management, quality, maintenance planning, and asset management.

In this role, you will have several external contacts in the form of maintenance providers, traffic authorities, vehicle owners, vehicle suppliers, the Transport Agency, and ensure collaboration between these and other stakeholders. You will continuously stay updated on technical developments and work closely with the maintenance provider and other key players to identify and implement improvements. The role also involves producing well-founded technical and economic investigations as well as clear decision-making materials.

Your Background and Competence

We are looking for someone with a technical background, preferably with an engineering degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent. You have experience with railway vehicles, vehicle maintenance, change management, deviation reporting, and contract follow-up. Experience in safety management, asset management, or similar areas is highly meritorious.

You have a strong safety mindset and are confident in the role of purchaser, where you can make decisions with significant impact. We believe you work in a structured manner, have the ability to analyze large amounts of information, and are used to negotiating, setting requirements, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The role requires good computer skills and a very good ability to express yourself in both Swedish and English, in both speech and writing.

Other

The position can be based in Stockholm or Eskilstuna. Regular travel occurs to the depots in Gredby (Eskilstuna), Hagalund (Stockholm), Tillberga lathe (Västerås), and Finnslätten (Västerås).

We Offer

We offer you a workplace with a fast pace, high engagement, and good opportunities to make an impact. You will be part of a developing organization and work alongside competent colleagues with great drive and a culture characterized by collaboration, innovation, and care.

Do you want to be part of VR?

Warm welcome with your application! Please submit your CV and personal letter via the link below. Interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Background checks and tests may occur.