Rail System Inspector
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About the Role
Mott MacDonald seeks a Rail Systems Inspector for metro projects in Dubai. You will inspect rail system interfaces, ensure compliance with RTA standards, and safeguard operational metro systems.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of rail system interfaces affected by construction activities
- Ensure compliance with RTA standards, safety regulations, and project specifications
- Monitor contractor activities near operational rail infrastructure to ensure safe working practices
- Safeguard existing rail systems including signalling, communication, and power supply systems
- Verify implementation of protective measures during demolition and construction
- Review method statements, risk assessments, and work permits related to rail system proximity
- Ensure proper coordination between civil, MEP, and rail system contractors
- Monitor works affecting track, platform areas, and station operational zones
- Ensure that construction activities do not disrupt ongoing metro operations
- Enforce safety protocols within operational railway environments
- Participate in inspection and validation during installation, testing, and commissioning phases
- Maintain detailed inspection reports, site observations, and non conformance reports (NCRs)
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Railway Engineering, or related discipline
- Significant experience in rail/metro systems inspection or supervision
- Experience working in operational metro or railway environments is essential
- Strong understanding of metro rail systems including signalling, telecommunications, and power systems
- Familiarity with rail safety standards and operational protocols
- Ability to review construction drawings, method statements, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of inspection processes, QA/QC procedures, and safety practices
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About The Role
- The Rail Systems Inspector will be responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and ensuring compliance of all rail related systems and interfaces. The role focuses on safeguarding the integrity, safety, and uninterrupted operation of existing metro systems while ensuring that all construction activities
Inspection & Compliance
- Conduct regular inspections of rail system interfaces affected by construction activities.
- Ensure compliance with RTA standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.
- Monitor contractor activities near operational rail infrastructure to ensure safe working practices.
Rail Systems Protection
- Safeguard existing rail systems, including: Signalling and control systems, Communication systems, Power supply systems (traction and auxiliary).
- Verify implementation of protective measures during demolition and construction.
Construction Interface Management
- Review method statements, risk assessments, and work permits related to rail system proximity.
- Ensure proper coordination between civil, MEP, and rail system contractors.
- Monitor works affecting track, platform areas, and station operational zones.
Safety & Operational Assurance
- Ensure that construction activities do not disrupt ongoing metro operations.
- Enforce safety protocols within operational railway environments.
- Identify potential risks and escalate issues affecting safety or service continuity.
Testing & Commissioning Support
- Participate in inspection and validation during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Witness and verify system integration tests where new construction interfaces with existing systems.
- Ensure all rail related installations meet operational readiness requirements.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed inspection reports, site observations, and non conformance reports (NCRs).
- Track rectification actions and follow up on compliance closures.
- Provide regular updates to project management and RTA stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement and digital ways of working, sharing knowledge and lessons learned.
- Demonstrate safe, ethical and inclusive behaviours aligned to Mott MacDonald values.
Candidate specifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Railway Engineering, or related discipline.
- Significant experience in rail/metro systems inspection or supervision.
- Experience working in operational metro or railway environments is essential.
- Prior experience on infrastructure or station upgrade/construction projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of metro rail systems including signalling, telecommunications, and power systems.
- Familiarity with rail safety standards and operational protocols.
- Ability to review construction drawings, method statements, and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of inspection processes, QA/QC procedures, and safety practices.
- Strong observation and problem solving skills.
- Effective communication and coordination abilities.
- Ability to work in high risk, live operational environments with strict compliance requirements.
Benefits
- 90 calendar days paid maternity leave
- Competitive annual leave
- An annual professional institution subscription
- Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
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