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Apply nowDB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB ECO group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility, and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment, and help shape the world of the future. We represent 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.
We are seeking for a Railway Operations Expert as a part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Branch Office. The job opening is located in Cairo, Egypt, and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.
Responsibilities:
- Assess performance of rail operations on the lines being part of the project before and after the planned investment measures.
- Recommend the best characteristics of railway infrastructure and railway operations and enforce railway safety regulations during the project lifespan.
- Consult the employer in terms of works “under the rolling wheel”.
- Assess of contractor’s work schedules, method statements, testing & commissioning plans, requests for track possessions, etc. and evaluate their impact on traffic operations on the existing line sections and junctions (including the adjacent ones).
- Review the contractors construction logistics approach, plans and coordination with responsible stakeholders and when required, perform railway operations risk management with other members of the project team.
- Ensure that project in terms of rail operations complies with legal requirements, especially health and safety during the project lifespan.
- Review training plans and programmes for operators and maintainers proposed by the contractor in cooperation with the concerned technical experts of the project team.
- Meet regularly with the project team to provide project updates/progress and share/follow up on relevant information with external parties as well as the client.
- Assist in the preparation of technical progress reports in the English language.
- Strong background in coordination of activities with relation to contractor and client interfacing on a similar railway project previously.
- Troubleshoot and investigate faults, accidents, incidents etc. at all stages of the project.
- Attend project meetings/ workshops for technical input and follow up all related operations related matters.
Qualifications:
- M.Sc. or B.Sc. degree in engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in railways transport projects and railway operations.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar position.
- Previous experience with comparable projects in the Middle East region would be an advantage.
- Experience in the organization and supervision of operational matters related to the installation, testing and commissioning of new railway infrastructure components and railway systems.
- Experience of organisation of train traffic “under the rolling wheel“ and dealing with track possessions, temporary train schedules, coordination with construction companies, etc.
- Knowledge of modern signalling systems and understand traditional signalling systems in the context of modern operational traffic movement.
- Full computer literacy.
- Excellent knowledge of English language; Arabic language is an advantage.
Our offer
Professional onboarding and development
We invest in the development of our employees. To ensure the best start for you, we provide a global onboarding program and intercultural training and support you in preparing for the next career step.
Attractive employment conditions
We offer you attractive working conditions and a competitive compensation package based on country conditions.
Mobilization & relocation support
To ensure a smooth and successful start for your international employment, we assist you with relocation and immigration.
Work safety
Our international security support ensures safe working conditions worldwide and provides you with relevant information for a safe living around the globe.
International career opportunities
We offer attractive career opportunities - worldwide. With a work environment that encourages growth and creativity, you will work on complex and innovative projects in international teams on all continents and bring markets and people together.
Intercultural teams
With more than 5,000 employees from over 80 countries across all engineering disciplines worldwide, we are shaping railways for the world of tomorrow. A strong team spirit, intercultural mindset and engagement are essential parts of our success.
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