Rail System Inspector

About the Employer

Role Overview

Inspection and Protection

• Inspect rail system interfaces affected by construction and monitor contractors near operational rail infrastructure.
• Safeguard signalling, control, communications, traction, and auxiliary power systems.
• Verify protective measures during demolition and construction.

Construction Interface and Safety

• Review method statements, risk assessments, and work permits for work near rail systems.
• Coordinate civil, MEP, and rail system contractors and monitor affected tracks, platforms, and station zones.
• Prevent disruption to metro operations, enforce safety protocols, and escalate risks affecting service continuity.

Testing and Reporting

• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and system integration inspections.
• Maintain inspection reports, site observations, non-conformance reports, and rectification tracking.
• Provide updates to project management and RTA stakeholders and support continuous improvement.

Education and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant rail or metro systems inspection or supervision experience.
• Experience in operational metro or railway environments is essential.
• Infrastructure or station upgrade or construction project experience is preferred.

Technical Qualifications

• Strong understanding of metro signalling, telecommunications, and power systems.
• Familiarity with rail safety standards, operational protocols, inspection processes, QA/QC, and safety practices.
• Ability to review construction drawings, method statements, and technical specifications.
• Ability to work in high-risk, live operational environments with strict compliance requirements.

Work Pattern and Location

• The role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and involves operational rail and construction environments.
• The employer supports discussion of flexible working arrangements at interview stage.

Benefits

• The listed benefits include 90 calendar days of paid maternity leave and competitive annual leave.
• The package includes an annual professional institution subscription and a company performance bonus subject to company performance.
• The source identifies the contract type as permanent and the work pattern as full time.