SETRAG is the operator of Gabon’s railway network. The company manages the transportation of minerals, timber, goods, and passengers on a single-track line spanning nearly 660 km. It plays a critical role in connecting communities and facilitating regional development.
The company’s main shareholders are COMILOG, a subsidiary of the Eramet Group that uses the railway for supply logistics and manganese product shipments from its mining site in Moanda to port facilities in Owendo, and MERIDIAM, an investment fund specializing in infrastructure financing.
Key figures:
Network: 24 stations over 684 km of main tracks, from Owendo to Franceville
Workforce: 1,850 employees
Passenger Transport: 300,000 passengers annually
Freight: 7 million tons of goods transported annually
Job description:
The Project Manager – Track Renewal (RVB) is responsible for overseeing all operations related to the renewal of railway tracks and ballast on SETRAG’s network. This role is critical to ensuring the safety and efficiency of the railway while optimizing project timelines, costs, and work quality. The position involves coordinating internal teams and external contractors while maintaining rigorous project oversight, adhering to safety standards, and achieving performance objectives set by SETRAG.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all Track Renewal (RVB) operations, including managing outsourcing contracts and external service providers.
Ensure work is executed within the allocated timelines and budgets while maintaining the highest quality for renewed infrastructure.
Coordinate maintenance teams and partner companies to ensure efficient planning of work periods and traffic management during operations.
Monitor performance and safety indicators, providing regular updates to the management committee on project progress.
Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and environmental standards across all project sites.
Contribute to continuous improvement by implementing innovative management processes and practices.
Represent the project to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining close functional relationships with relevant departments (logistics, traffic, maintenance, etc.).
Your Profile:
Engineering degree or equivalent, with proven experience managing railway projects, ideally in track renewal (RVB).
Expertise in managing complex contracts, including large-scale turnkey projects (over €100 million).
Strong project management skills, including planning, budget monitoring, and risk management.
Excellent knowledge of railway infrastructure and renewal techniques (e.g., high-speed renewal methods).
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and work closely with contractors and diverse stakeholders.
Strong focus on safety and quality, with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Leadership skills, with the ability to set clear objectives and inspire your team to achieve results.
Fluency in both English and French is mandatory
Our benefits:
Every day at Eramet, we strive to be a responsible player in the mining industry and to reduce our environmental footprint. If you are looking for a dynamic, inclusive, and international work environment. Join us and become the new face of mining!
Become part of the Eramet teams and benefit from:
An attractive compensation package, including an annual fixed salary, performance-based variable pay, profit-sharing, and various bonuses depending on your role.
Access to an employee share ownership program.
A comprehensive savings and retirement plan co-financed by the company.
100% coverage of your Navigo pass or sustainable mobility package (bike, carpooling, subscription, transportation allowance, etc.).
Up to 2 days of remote work per week, according to the provisions in place within your team.
Health insurance and life/disability coverage.
Access to discounted leisure activities
With a presence on five continents and over 70 nationalities, Eramet is by nature a diverse group. Convinced that diversity is an asset, we are committed to welcoming all talents, whatever their gender, disability, age, social or cultural origin, or sexual orientation. We guarantee everyone support and development opportunities throughout their career.
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