OCC Fault Controller

The role:

The OCC Fault Controller is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling all infrastructure and maintenance activities on the rail corridor. Acting as the key interface between the Operations Control Center (OCC), infrastructure maintenance teams, and train service planners, the Engineering Controller ensures that all engineering works—from routine maintenance to major upgrades—are delivered safely, on time, and with minimal impact on services.

Your responsibilities:

• Monitor in real time the status and performance of fixed infrastructure assets.
• Implement ad hoc measures in emergencies related to fixed infrastructure.
• Monitor the fault reporting system, coordinate fault rectification, and minimize disruption to train services.
• Maintain a log of infrastructure and rail systems failures for analysis.
• Operate the Maintenance Management System (MMS) for infrastructure and rail systems requirements.
• Monitor the Fault Recording System (FRS), SCADA status and alarm messages, and initiate appropriate response activities.
• Monitor fire protection systems.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Contractor, Operations, and other engineering services, and inform the Control Center (CC) of operational deviations.
• Cooperate with other Controllers and implement the orders of the CC.
• Release permits to work for ad hoc activities.

Your profile/ qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering in a field relevant to the industry or discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering operations or a related role.
• Professional certification in the relevant engineering field is preferred.
• Experience or affinity with railway, civil, mechanical, or another relevant engineering discipline is an advantage.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, technical specifications, project management, and relevant engineering software and tools.
• Good understanding of the business of a passenger railway operations and maintenance company, or equivalent.
• Strong commitment to safety, with the ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
• Solution-oriented, client-focused, and responsive, with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills in diverse, intercultural environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and relevant IT systems.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.

General Information:

DB-El Sewedy Railway Operation Egypt is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, nationality, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our organization and contributes to a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.