Job Description

Signalling Technician (Railway Systems)

Location: Al Ain, UAE (Site Office)

Work Schedule: Full-Time | 6 Days/Week

Reporting To: Installation Manager

We are seeking an experienced Signalling Technician to execute the physical installation, cabling, assembly, and pre-commissioning testing of indoor and wayside railway signalling systems in Al Ain, UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and secure precast foundations for wayside equipment.
• Install critical wayside assets including axle counters, point machines, and Eurobalises per project drawings and vendor manuals.
• Oversee cable laying, tray routing, trackside junction box installations, wiring, and labeling.
• Perform pre-commissioning/static testing (Megger cable insulation checks, mechanical locking alignments, physical parameters).
• Direct subcontractors to meet milestones and draft Daily Progress Reports.
• Interpret electrical loop schematics, cable core termination charts, and signalling layout plans.
• Enforce strict Track Access and railway HSE protocols to maintain zero-compromise site safety.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Technical Diploma or High School Certificate in Electrical, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience: 3+ years as a Signalling Technician on railway systems (mainline experience required).
• Skills: Proficient in reading electrical schematics/wiring plans and operating multimeters and insulation testers.
• Licenses & Availability: Valid UAE driving license and immediate availability required.
• Languages: Professional English proficiency (spoken & written); Arabic is a plus.
• Work Environment: Willingness to work in a site-based environment under harsh weather conditions.