Director - Ride & Show Engineering - Asset Management - 20005482 HS8

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management strategies for ride and show engineering assets to optimize performance and lifecycle management
• Lead and coordinate preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and corrective maintenance activities to uphold safety and operational excellence
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and external vendors to ensure seamless asset handover, acceptance testing, and commissioning of new ride and show equipment
• Establish engineering standards, protocols, and best practices specific to rides and show systems, consistent with international and Qiddiya standards
• Oversee risk assessments and manage mitigation plans related to ride and show asset operations and maintenance
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources related to asset management activities within the ride and show engineering domain
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and Qiddiya policies regarding safety and operational performance
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for team members within the ride and show engineering asset management group
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to enhance asset management processes and overall park performance

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 12 years of experience in ride, theme park, or attraction engineering and asset management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally with prior experience working in the capacity of technical services / rides maintenance
• Strong knowledge of ride system mechanics, show control technologies, safety standards, and asset lifecycle management
• Proven experience managing large technical teams and multi-disciplinary projects
• Familiarity with international safety standards (e.g., ASTM, EN, ISO) and local regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to implement asset management strategies that improve reliability and reduce operational risk
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus
• Applications closing on 1st July 2026.

Benefits