Train Controller

Roles and Responsibility:

• Maintain a high profile in the promotion of safe working conditions and practices so as to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, third parties and Contractors operating on Etihad Rail’s infrastructure,
• Ensure compliance with all rules, procedures and regulations,
• Coordinate movement of trains according to operating plan and customer needs,
• Direct and coordinate rail traffic, issue permits and movement authorities, monitor all rail movements and maintain computerized records of all activities,
• Ensure the safe, reliable and punctual movement of trains in both normal and degraded circumstances,
• Implement specific instructions as may be deemed necessary by the Train Control Supervisor,
• Liaise with the Track & Facilities management team and Operations Planner in matters related to possession management and maintenance windows,
• Provide real-time information updates to the Train Control Supervisor on performance and safety related matters,
• Liaise with customer control rooms as necessary,
• Communicate with personnel on weather or any environmental conditions affecting train movements,
• Act as mentor to new Operations Control Centre staff.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Experience:

• Significant experience in rail operations, ideally within a high-speed or ETCS Level 2-enabled environment.
• Proven record in delivering continuous improvement initiatives.