Site Activities Coordinator

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway operations firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Site Activities Coordinator to implement and verify safe systems of work on the railway alignment. The role involves managing contractor access, conducting safety briefings, and ensuring compliance with Etihad Rail standards. Candidates should have a diploma in Safety or Rail Operations, a valid driving license, and experience in railway operations. Proficiency in English is essential, while knowledge of Arabic, Urdu, or Hindi is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Requires a Certificate/Diploma in Safety or Rail Operations.
• Valid full driving license is needed.
• Background in railway operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise contractor access to the railway corridor.
• Conduct safety briefings ensuring compliance with SSOW.
• Liaise with NOCC or Possession Supervisor to establish SSOW.
• Inspect and verify adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of Arabic

Knowledge of Urdu

Knowledge of Hindi

Strong communication

Adaptability

Cultural awareness

Ability to work in harsh environments

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Safety or Rail Operations

Job description

About the job Site Activities Coordinator

The Site Activity Coordinator is responsible for implementing and verifying safe systems of work on the railway alignment. This includes coordinating with the NOCC Train Controller or Possession Supervisor to manage track possessions, worksites, and contractor access, ensuring a safe work environment for personnel and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Contractor Access Management

• Manage and supervise contractor access to the railway corridor.
• Conduct safety briefings, ensuring compliance with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
• Verify workers' competence and ensure emergency arrangements are understood.

Field Coordination of Safe Systems of Work

• Liaise with NOCC or Possession Supervisor to establish and manage SSOW.
• Ensure clear tracks post-work and hand over possessions/permits within time.
• Supervise multidisciplinary technical teams on-site.

Network Access Assessment

• Evaluate access applications to identify and mitigate rail hazards.

Safety & Compliance

• Inspect and verify adherence to safety protocols and stop unsafe activities.
• Report field activities and ensure compliance with Etihad Rail standards.

Qualifications & Skills

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in Safety or Rail Operations.
• Valid full driving license.

Experience

• Background in railway operations with knowledge of possession and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating field teams.

Key Skills

• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic, Urdu, or Hindi is advantageous.
• Strong communication, adaptability, and cultural awareness.
• Ability to work in harsh environments, including desert locations, and during night shifts.