Chief Operation Expert [International]- BID Position

Overview

Lead safety, operations planning, and commissioning for semi‑high‑speed rail projects.

Key Responsibilities

• integration
• commissioning
• safety
• documentation
• incident management
• performance monitoring

Tasks

-Integration, Testing, and Commissioning (ITC) Oversight: Lead the technical oversight during the integration, testing, and commissioning phases of critical systems, such as the Operations Control Centre (OCC), communication systems, and automatic train control, ensuring seamless transition to commercial operation. -Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management: Establish and rigorously enforce world-class operational safety standards and procedures, particularly those related to high-speed signaling systems (e.g., ETCS Level 2). The expert ensures strict compliance with all national and international rail regulations and manages operational risk assessments. -Standardization and Documentation: Author, review, and approve all critical operational documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), rule books, and emergency response manuals, ensuring they align with the semi-high-speed environment and industry best practices. -Incident and Emergency Management: Design and implement comprehensive emergency plans and lead the immediate response and investigation of major incidents or severe service disruptions, focusing on minimizing downtime and passenger impact. -Operational Readiness and Training: Oversee the entire operational readiness program, including defining the competency framework, developing specialized training modules, and certifying all operational staff (e.g., train controllers, drivers, station personnel) prior to the launch of commercial service. -Performance and Efficiency Monitoring: Implement a robust framework for monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for punctuality, reliability, and service quality. Analyze performance data to diagnose systemic issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. -Strategic Operational Planning: Develop the project's end-to-end operational strategy, including planning optimal train timetables, managing route capacity, and optimizing rolling stock and crew utilization to maximize service frequency and efficiency.

Requirements

• 20 years
• international exp
• rail transit
• chief operations
• graduate engineer
• english

What You Bring

-If assignment period is more than 2 years on a particular project, the number assignment will be considered as follows: Min. 4 years = 2 Assignments Min. 6 years = 3 Assignments -Eligible Assignment -Must have Experience of one "Eligible assignment" as Chief Operation Expert or equivalent position. -The period of Eligible Assignment at the position immediately below the proposed position in organization shall also be considered but its weightage for the period shall be 50%. (For example, 02 years will be considered as 01 year). -Minimum 20 Years post minimum qualification experience in any Rail based Passenger Transit System. -International Experience- Minimum 03 years’ experience on projects for Rail based Passenger Transit system with operational speed of 160 kmph or more in Country(s). -Graduate in any Engineering or equivalent with working Knowledge of reading, writing and speaking in English. -Relevant Experience - 05 years’ experience for Operations of Rail Based Passenger Transit System as Chief Operations Expert or equivalent position. The period of relevant Experience at the position immediately below the proposed position in organization shall also be considered but its weightage for the period shall be 50%. (For example, 02 years will be considered as 01 year).

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-Provides engineering and consulting services in transport and infrastructure. -Expands expertise across rail, metro, tram, and bus systems with full-service capabilities from design to implementation. -Solves complex transport challenges with innovative solutions, combining technical proficiency with sustainable practices. -Expands reach into energy, water resources, and utilities sectors.

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