HOMOLOGATION MANAGER

Who We Are:

Arsenale is a multi-brand Group capable of providing a comprehensive service to the largest and most renowned luxury global market operators who wish to expand in Italy. Founded and supported by internationally renowned entrepreneurs and investors, Arsenale aims at creating the leading luxury hospitality group in Italy. To pursue that ambition, the Group launched an impressive investments plan to boost tourism and made-in-Italy through the acquisition, re-development and enhancement of iconic hotels and hospitality solutions in the most beautiful locations of the country.

Among its strategic partnerships, Arsenale collaborates with Orient Express in the development and management of exceptional hospitality experiences, combining timeless heritage, refined service, and contemporary luxury standards. Through this collaboration, the Group contributes to the revival and expansion of the iconic Orient Express brand within Italy’s luxury hospitality landscape.

What We Are Looking For:

Reporting directly to the Engineering Design & Authority Director, as a Homologation Manager you will be responsible for leading the certification and authorization processes for luxury railway vehicles operating in Italy and internationally.

This role ensures full compliance with EU directives and national regulations while managing the internal dissemination and continuous updating of relevant laws and standards. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring that our exclusive trains meet the highest safety and regulatory requirements, enabling seamless operations across different jurisdictions.

Key Activities:

• Define and manage the certification roadmap for railway vehicles, ensuring compliance with national and international safety regulations.
• Identify applicable standards and documentation requirements to obtain authorization from the National Safety Agency and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of Homologation Dossiers, ensuring full adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers to facilitate the production and timely delivery of compliance documentation.
• Act as the primary liaison with third-party entities, including NoBo, ISA, consultants, and ANSFISA, to ensure smooth certification processes.
• Continuously monitor regulatory developments, ensuring internal stakeholders are informed of relevant updates.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in engineering (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Transportation Engineering).
• Proven experience in homologation, certification, and authorization processes within the railway industry.
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret technical specifications, norms, and standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with technical teams, external authorities, and luxury travel stakeholders.
• Expertise in technical documentation management and dossier preparation.
• Strong decision-making and planning skills, with the ability to manage complex projects in a structured and timely manner.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ensuring alignment between regulatory requirements and luxury service expectations.
• A proactive and goal-oriented approach, with a commitment to excellence in safety, compliance, and customer experience.
• Fluent English (written C spoken); knowledge of additional languages is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Annual gross salary ranging from €45.000 to €50.000;
• Meal vouchers;
• Supplementary health insurance;
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Our company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, nationality, or background. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with GDPR (EU Regulation 2016/679) and applicable national laws