Director of Strategy & Innovation (Transport Systems)

About the Company

At FCS Careers, we are collaborative and take a proactive, human-centred approach to facilitating meaningful connections. We work with exceptional individuals and strive to build lasting relationships with our clients and candidates.

Responsibilities

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Director of Strategy & Innovation to oversee a specialised infrastructure and innovation organisation focused on advancing capabilities in transport technology and system development.

• Define and implement long-term strategies to position the organisation as a regional leader in transport technology and applied innovation;
  
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient management of maintenance and testing functions;
  
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, safety standards, and operational workflows;
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders such as public agencies, industry players, research institutions, and technology providers;
  
• Represent the organisation in technical forums, collaborative platforms, and regulatory discussions to advocate for industry development;
  
• Identify opportunities and lead efforts to attract new partners, projects, and clients across both public and private sectors;
  
• Lead and manage a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to develop a culture of innovation;
  
• Manage risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and safety standards.
  

Requirements

• Tertiary education in Engineering or a related discipline;
  
• At least 10 to 12 years of experience in systems engineering, transportation or infrastructure;
  
• Deep understanding of the transportation and infrastructure industry;
  
• Proven track record with managing public and private sector stakeholders;
  
• Excellent leadership skills and communication skills;
  
• Business acumen and strategic thinking.
  

Get in touch with us

If you’d like to explore this opportunity, please reach out to Charmaine Tan (Regn No. R1102130)  for a confidential discussion.

FCS CAREERS PTE LTD (EA 94C4359)

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