Track Technician

JOB PURPOSE:

Handling the execution of track maintenance tasks and lead a team of track maintenance maintainers to ensure the successful execution of the harmonized daily track work activities in coordination with the track maintenance engineers with respect to the technical intervention and the safety standards for the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Execute scheduled tasks assigned by the Track Maintenance Engineer while adhering to established maintenance procedures.
• Prepare detailed statistical reports for supervisors, outlining completed tasks, results achieved, and any issues encountered.
• Ensure to provide full support to supervisors as needed to perform tasks regarding tools, and different work arrangements.
• Attend the daily briefings during sign-on.
• Ensure the proper use, maintenance, and handling of tools, equipment, and machinery required for track maintenance activities.
• Assist with site surveys and promptly report any unusual incidents or abnormalities to the appropriate authority.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

Intermediate education or higher.

Knowledge:

• Technical knowledge and understanding of the main elements of the tracks and turnouts, their role, and their behavior.
• Use and maintain the tools, equipment and machinery related to track work.
• Understanding of the necessity to strictly apply the track safety rules when on duties on site for himself and for the team he could have to manage.

Experience:

• From 3 - 5 years of railway experience with Track maintenance is preferred.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and apply track instructions given by the hierarchy he is trained and authorized for.
• Flexibility to work night shift.
• Follow-up skills to control and monitor subordinates’ performance.