Job Description

The Railway Protection Expert is responsible for safeguarding railway infrastructure—specifically the Riyadh Metro—by ensuring effective implementation of railway protection frameworks. The role involves coordinating with stakeholders, reviewing third-party construction activities, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks that may impact railway operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective implementation of the overall railway protection framework.
• Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance Contractors (OMCs) and third-party contractors applying for No Objection Certificates (NOCs).
• Liaise with third parties to ensure submission of complete and compliant NOC documentation packages.
• Review NOCs issued by OMCs and verify the validity and appropriateness of conditions.
• Assess third-party construction proposals and identify potential risks impacting railway infrastructure.
• Provide technical recommendations and mitigation measures to ensure the safety and integrity of metro operations.
• Monitor and ensure routine patrols are conducted to detect unauthorized activities within the railway protection zone.
• Report violations and follow up on corrective actions to maintain railway protection.
• Maintain, update, and distribute engineering and as-built documentation to relevant O&M contractors.
• Undertake site visits to inspect and identify works which are conducted within the Railway Protection Zone.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical expertise in:
  • Structural Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing)
  • Geotechnical Engineering
• Proven experience in metro or railway operations, with a focus on safe operation.
• Demonstrated ability to review:
  • Method statements
  • Risk assessments
  • Engineering drawings and technical submissions
• Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Arabic language proficiency is highly advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Regulatory compliance and documentation review
• Stakeholder and interface management
• Attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Proactive monitoring and reporting
• Communication and coordination skills

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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