ATC Technician

About the Role
The purpose of this position is to provide effective engineering and maintenance services covering the Automatic Train Control (ATC) system for Dubai Metro.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the ATC Team Leader in performing all levels of preventive and corrective maintenance on the automatic train control system, including the System Management Centre, Vehicle Control Centre, central control (both vital and non-vital), vehicle on-board equipment, and lineside equipment.
• Install, service, and repair signalling and train control systems located in operations control centre, signalling equipment rooms at stations and depots, along trackside, and on-board trains.
• Carry out repair and maintenance work using hand and machine tools, electrical and electronic tools, with reference to technical drawings, signalling schematics, manuals, procedures, and instructions.
• Replace faulty signalling equipment and manage the handover/take back process to the electronics workshop for repair.
• Regularly assess knowledge and competence in technical standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records of the automatic train control system and equipment performance, work accomplished, and other relevant information using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Ensure maintenance tools and equipment are kept in good condition before and after job activities.
• Assist the ATC Team Leader and/or other technical support staff in implementing complex systems or new projects.
• Perform shift and emergency duties when required.
• Execute duties as directed by the ATC Team Leader.

Knowledge Required

• An IRSE license is required, and certification to work on railway signalling equipment is mandatory.
• Knowledge of signalling principles, fixed block and moving block signalling systems, software-based interlocking devices, point machines, induction and docking loops, cab signalling displays, and on-board/wayside signalling equipment is advantageous.

Key Skills

• Good eyesight and normal color vision.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand the complexity of a software-based signalling and train control system.
• Proficiency in using and calibrating various electronic test equipment and PCs for the maintenance of central, wayside, and on-board signalling equipment.
• Ability to write simple technical reports, routine business correspondence, and prepare method statements and drawings as required.
• Good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, with the capability to handle multiple priorities.
• A valid UAE driving license with good driving skills and experience.

Experiences

• A minimum of 1 year of working experience as a qualified electrical or mechanical technician in maintaining and repairing computer-based control and communication equipment, copper and fibre-optic cables, and interface equipment is highly preferable.

Educational Qualifications

• Must hold a vocational trade certificate, diploma, or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering discipline or equivalent.