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 

Maintenance Execution

•Execute scheduled track maintenance tasks assigned by the Track Maintenance Engineer in accordance with established maintenance procedures.

•Assist in conducting site surveys and inspections to support maintenance planning and execution.

•Report any unusual incidents, abnormalities, or safety concerns to the relevant authority immediately.

Tools, Equipment & Technical Support

•Ensure proper use, maintenance, and safe handling of tools, equipment, and machinery required for track maintenance activities.

•Provide full technical support to supervisors, including preparing tools, setting up work arrangements, and ensuring readiness of equipment for daily operations.

 Reporting & Documentation

•Prepare accurate statistical reports for supervisors, detailing tasks completed, results achieved, and any challenges encountered.

•Maintain clear documentation related to daily maintenance activities to support operational transparency and traceability.

Team Coordination & Briefings

•Attend daily sign-on briefings to receive task assignments, updates, and safety instructions.

•Lead and guide the team of track maintainers to ensure smooth execution of daily maintenance activities.

Safety & Compliance

•Adhere to all safety procedures, instructions, and standards during maintenance operations.

•Ensure team compliance with safety rules and promote a safe working environment at all times.

Safety Responsibilities

•Promote a positive safety culture within the workplace and attend any safety-related meetings or briefings as required within the job role.

•Comply with the requirements of RDMC RQHSE Policy and Safety Management System.

•Be mindful that Safety, Security, and Environmental protection are everyone’s responsibility. 

•All staff members are accountable for reporting and intervening in any Safety, Security, or Environmental violations.

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.