Train Captain Freight & Passenger

Profile Overview: Supports Operational Readiness Program and transition to commercial Operations through participation in training development, Rule Book validation, route familiarization, Testing & Commissioning, ETCS Level 2 operational validation, simulator exercises and operational trials ahead of commercial operations.) 1. Operational Readiness Participation • Participate in the development, validation and continuous improvement of training materials, operational procedures and competence assessment arrangements for Train Operations. • Support Rule Book validation, operational procedure walkthroughs, simulator exercises and operational scenario testing. • Undertake route familiarisation and contribute to the development of route knowledge documentation, operational risk assessments and route learning materials. • Support operational demonstrations required during Operational Readiness, Testing & Commissioning and Entry into Service. 2. Testing, Commissioning and Trial Operations • Operate freight trains during Testing & Commissioning, dynamic testing, route proving, shadow operations and operational trials as directed. • Demonstrate safe operation under ETCS Level 2 and support validation of Driver Machine Interface (DMI) functionality, operational procedures and degraded mode operation. • Record defects, observations, operational constraints and lessons learned in a structured and timely manner. • Support the validation of operational documentation and provide practical operational feedback to engineering, signalling and operations teams. 3. Safe Train Operation • Safely operate heavy haul freight trains in accordance with the Rule Book, ETCS Level 2 operating principles, operational procedures and safety-critical communication protocols. • Undertake train preparation, brake testing, train examination, shunting and terminal operations in accordance with approved procedures. • Operate trains safely during degraded, abnormal and emergency operating conditions, applying sound professional judgement and approved contingency arrangements. • Maintain punctuality, operational efficiency and high standards of customer and stakeholder service whilst ensuring safety remains the overriding priority. 4. Competence and Professional Standards • Maintain personal competence, operational certification, route knowledge and fitness-for-duty through continuous professional development and periodic competence assessments. • Comply with all medical fitness, drugs & alcohol, fatigue management and Safety Critical requirements applicable to the role. • Serve as a professional ambassador for by demonstrating exemplary operational discipline, leadership, professionalism and commitment to railway safety. • Maintain the highest standards of Rule Book compliance, operational integrity and personal accountability. 5. Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer • Work collaboratively with trainers, assessors, Operations Control Centre personnel, engineers and operational managers throughout Operational Readiness activities. • Coach and mentor newly recruited Train Captains, supporting the transfer of operational knowledge, practical skills and professional standards. • Contribute to structured knowledge transfer programmes supporting long-term operational capability, In-Country Value (ICV), Emiratisation and Omanisation objectives. • Participate in working groups responsible for operational procedures, Rule Book development, competence management and operational standards. 6. Compliance and Safety • Comply with all applicable safety, operational, environmental and regulatory requirements. • Promptly report accidents, incidents, near misses, defects and unsafe conditions using approved reporting systems. • Support operational investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. • Promote a strong safety culture and contribute positively to the continual improvement of railway operations. • Technical and Industry Knowledge and Experience: • Demonstrable experience operating heavy haul freight trains on a recognised mainline railway with a strong safety culture. • Demonstrable commercial experience operating freight trains under ETCS Level 2 / ERTMS Level 2 (Essential). • Demonstrable record of safe train operations throughout their railway career, supported by exemplary operational discipline, Rule Book compliance and professional conduct. • Sound knowledge of railway operating rules, ETCS Level 2 operating principles, safety-critical communications, degraded mode operation and freight train handling techniques. • Experience supporting new railway start-ups, Operational Readiness, Testing & Commissioning or Entry into Service programmes is highly desirable. • Experience operating on GCC railway networks is desirable. • Technical Skills: • Competent in train preparation, brake testing, train examination, shunting and terminal operations. • Strong heavy haul train handling skills, including operation of long and heavy freight trains. • Demonstrated ability to operate safely under degraded ETCS Level 2 conditions. • Strong fault recognition, fault reporting and operational problem-solving capability. • Ability to use onboard systems, radio communication equipment, Driver Machine Interface (DMI) and electronic reporting systems. • Ability to mentor trainee Train Captains and support competence development activities. • Personal Attributes: • High level of vigilance, professionalism, operational discipline and Rule Book compliance. • Calm, resilient and decisive during degraded, abnormal and emergency operating situations. • Strong safety ethic with an uncompromising commitment to safe railway operations. • Willingness to work shifts, nights, weekends and public holidays. • Willingness to operate across the UAE–Oman railway and support Operational Readiness activities. • Communication Skills: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. • Highly effective safety-critical communication skills. • Strong interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with Operations Control Centre staff, engineering teams, terminals, trainers and operational managers. • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally during operational incidents and degraded working. • Education and Certifications: • Secondary education or recognised technical qualification. • Recognised Train Driver / Train Captain certification from an established railway administration. • Valid Safety Critical medical certification and psychometric assessment. • Current competence certification for ETCS Level 2 operations highly desirable Work Experience: • Minimum 5 years' operational experience driving heavy haul or freight trains on a recognised mainline railway. • Demonstrable operational experience driving freight trains under ERTMS / ETCS Level 2 signalling principles. (Essential). • Experience operating long and heavy freight trains within demanding operational environments. • Participation in Testing &am

Secondary education or recognised technical qualification. Recognised Train Driver / Train Captain certification from an established railway administration. Valid Safety Critical medical certification and psychometric assessment. Current competence certification for ETCS Level 2 operations highly desirable. Minimum 5 years' operational experience driving heavy haul or freight trains on a recognised mainline railway. Demonstrable operational experience driving freight trains under ERTMS / ETCS Level 2 signalling principles (Essential). Experience operating long and heavy freight trains within demanding operational environments.

Participate in the development, validation and continuous improvement of training materials, operational procedures and competence assessment arrangements for Train Operations. Support Rule Book validation, operational procedure walkthroughs, simulator exercises and operational scenario testing. Undertake route familiarisation and contribute to the development of route knowledge documentation, operational risk assessments and route learning materials. Support operational demonstrations required during Operational Readiness, Testing & Commissioning and Entry into Service. Operate freight trains during Testing & Commissioning, dynamic testing, route proving, shadow operations and operational trials as directed. Demonstrate safe operation under ETCS Level 2 and support validation of Driver Machine Interface (DMI) functionality, operational procedures and degraded mode operation. Record defects, observations, operational constraints and lessons learned in a structured and timely manner. Support the validation of operational documentation and provide practical operational feedback to engineering, signalling and operations teams. Safely operate heavy haul freight trains in accordance with the Rule Book, ETCS Level 2 operating principles, operational procedures and safety-critical communication protocols. Undertake train preparation, brake testing, train examination, shunting and terminal operations in accordance with approved procedures. Operate trains safely during degraded, abnormal and emergency operating conditions, applying sound professional judgement and approved contingency arrangements. Maintain punctuality, operational efficiency and high standards of customer and stakeholder service whilst ensuring safety remains the overriding priority. Maintain personal competence, operational certification, route knowledge and fitness-for-duty through continuous professional development and periodic competence assessments. Comply with all medical fitness, drugs & alcohol, fatigue management and Safety Critical requirements applicable to the role. Serve as a professional ambassador for by demonstrating exemplary operational discipline, leadership, professionalism and commitment to railway safety. Maintain the highest standards of Rule Book compliance, operational integrity and personal accountability. Work collaboratively with trainers, assessors, Operations Control Centre personnel, engineers and operational managers throughout Operational Readiness activities. Coach and mentor newly recruited Train Captains, supporting the transfer of operational knowledge, practical skills and professional standards. Contribute to structured knowledge transfer programmes supporting long-term operational capability, In-Country Value (ICV), Emiratisation and Omanisation objectives. Participate in working groups responsible for operational procedures, Rule Book development, competence management and operational standards. Comply with all applicable safety, operational, environmental and regulatory requirements. Promptly report accidents, incidents, near misses, defects and unsafe conditions using approved reporting systems. Support operational investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Promote a strong safety culture and contribute positively to the continual improvement of railway operations.