Specialist - Vertical Transport

1 week ago


Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia WSP Full time

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking.

Join WSP, and you'll be at the heart of an international collective of innovative thinkers, all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, working on projects that transform society for all of us.


WSP is currently searching for an accomplished and experienced professional to join our team as a Specialist - Vertical Transport.


Your new role, what's involved?

  • Develop and design vertical transportation systems to meet building requirements and industry standards.
  • Oversee the installation and commissioning of new vertical transport systems.
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate vertical transport solutions into building designs.
  • Perform regular inspections and preventive maintenance on elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring user safety.
  • Develop and implement maintenance schedules and protocols.
  • Ensure all vertical transport systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
  • Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes.
  • Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers.
  • Coordinate and supervise thirdparty maintenance and repair services.
  • Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate service contracts.
  • Provide training to facility management staff on the operation and emergency procedures of vertical transport systems.
  • Develop and distribute user guidelines and manuals.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Certification in elevator/escalator technology is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the vertical transport industry.
  • Proven experience in the design, installation, and maintenance of vertical transport systems.
  • Strong technical knowledge of elevator and escalator systems.
  • Proficiency in using diagnostic and maintenance tools.
  • Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
  • Must be available for oncall emergencies and occasional weekend or evening work.
  • Physical stamina and dexterity for handling heavy equipment and tools.

What's in it for you?
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services consulting firms.

Dedicated to our local communities, and propelled by international expertise, we are technical experts and strategic advisors, working together to solve some of the most complex challenges.

Here at WSP, we greatly value your work-life balance, and your requirements for flexibility.

Work is only one part of our lives, and making time for other things is important, be that our families, our friends, or ourselves.


As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.


Our team is made up of technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, environmental specialists, designers, and program and construction management professionals.


Together we utilise our local understanding, international reach, and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities, and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems.

We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and
Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and
strategic consulting services.

Job Reference:
WSPME04229

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