Continuous Improvement Leader ALY

Job description

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, more than 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 Continous Improvement Leader- Borg El-Arab , Alexandria we’re looking for? Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your Lean management expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, forward-thinking, and results-driven teammates. You'll play a key role in embedding Lean culture within the unit, ensuring a structured and sustainable approach to performance. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (e.g., management committees, functional departments), drive continuous improvement initiatives, and coach leaders and teams on Lean methodologies and tools. You’ll specifically take care of deploying the Alstom Performance System (APSYS) framework and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, but also fostering a culture of problem-solving and innovation. We’ll look to you for: Partnering with the Unit Managing Director to align performance goals with functional roadmaps Coordinating and driving the deployment of the APSYS framework across all site functions Animating the Site Improvement Plan (SIP) using Hoshin Kanri methodology Providing hands-on Lean expertise to support functions in achieving their SQCD and DPA targets Facilitating and leading operational excellence events, including Creaction and Alstom Excellence Awards Driving communication and change management to promote a continuous improvement mindset Training and coaching managers and employees on Lean methodologies, tools, and rituals 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: A Master’s degree in a technical or engineering field, or equivalent experience Lean practitioner experience (e.g., 5S, Standard Work, Gemba, VSM, problem-solving) Confirmed experience in a leadership role (e.g., Function Manager, Senior Project Manager) Proficiency in interacting with management committees Experience in project management and team management (direct or dotted line) Proficiency in English Lean Green or Black Belt certification (desirable) Strong communication, presentation, and coaching skills Critical thinking, data-savviness, and a results-driven mindset Ability to foster collaboration and manage cross-functional, multicultural teams Resilience and adaptability to drive change management Courage and influence to support teams in complex problem resolution 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: Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with innovative standards for operational excellence Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues Contribute to transformative projects that make an impact Utilise our inclusive and dynamic working environment Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning programs Progress towards senior leadership roles or specialized Lean expertise Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) 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.