Our client is seeking a Senior Engineer, Rail Right of Way to review No Objection Certificate (NOC) applications and utility diversion requests to ensure full compliance with Rail Agency safety standards and infrastructure requirements. The role also contributes to the development of systems and procedures, conducts field visits, and supports technical performance analysis.

 

This role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and our client is seeking local Emirati candidates for this role.

Salary range for this role: USD 6,000 - USD 7,300 per month (all inclusive)

 

Roles and Responsibilities

Accountabilities:

 

Strategy

• Implement railway protection policies and procedures in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and approved technical standards of the Rail Agency.

• Capture lessons learned and participate in the review and update of regulations, procedures, and manuals related to railway protection zones.

• Contribute to the development of electronic systems and procedures related to permit issuance and the improvement of related operational efficiency.

• Define key performance indicators (KPIs), monitor and analyze service levels, and drive continuous improvement.

 

Operations

• Review and issue No Objection Certificates (NOCs) within existing and future railway protection zones for authorities, contractors, and consultants in accordance with the approved procedures within the company.

• Coordinate with the railway operator and internal departments during the review of relevant NOC applications to ensure the safety of railway infrastructure.

• Review utility diversion requests within railway protection zones (including proposals, designs, and execution) and continuously monitor planned service activities and projects that may impact railway infrastructure.

• Review and approve Right-of-Way (ROW) permits and coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure compliance with safety and infrastructure protection requirements, verifying there is no conflict with current or future railway facilities.

• Review plot unfreezing requests for plots affected by and located within existing railway protection zones, in coordination with Dubai Municipality and development authorities, ensuring compliance with Rail Agency requirements.

• Coordinate with the Rail Projects Planning and Development Department to review unfreezing requests for lands affected by future railway corridors.

• Continuously coordinate with relevant service authorities to support the issuance of NOCs required for the agency projects.