Supervisor – Railway Operations & Safety

TÜV SÜD; Tirunelveli; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

TÜV SÜD is seeking a Supervisor for Railway Operations & Safety in Tamil Nadu, with a background in Indian Railways. You will oversee daily railway operations, enforce safety standards, and coordinate across engineering, operating, and maintenance teams to ensure compliant and safe project execution.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in SSE or equivalent roles or as Station Master/Traffic Inspector in Indian Railways, with a track record in safety, inspections, and field supervision.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Indian Railway operating and safety procedures.
• Practical knowledge of railway engineering and/or operating department activities.
• Good knowledge of railway safety practices, inspection procedures, and risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise railway operations and ensure compliance with applicable railway safety rules, procedures, and operating standards.
• Monitor railway engineering and operational activities to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Conduct regular inspections of railway infrastructure and operational areas.
• Identify safety hazards, operational risks, and non-compliances and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate with railway engineering, operating, maintenance, and project teams on safety and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with approved railway procedures, instructions, and safety protocols.
• Monitor safe working practices during railway construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Support investigation and reporting of incidents, accidents, near misses, and safety-related observations.
• Maintain records of inspections, safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety briefings and awareness sessions for personnel involved in railway activities.
• Coordinate with Railway Authorities and other stakeholders during inspections, audits, and operational activities.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports related to railway operations, safety, inspections, and compliance.
• Ensure immediate escalation of critical safety and operational issues to the concerned authority.

Skills

Railway operations knowledge

Safety procedures understanding

Inspection capabilities

Communication skills

Leadership & supervision

Field/site work readiness

Willingness for site assignments

Job description

Job Description – Supervisor – Railway Operations & Safety

Position

Supervisor – Railway Operations & Safety

Number of Positions

1

Qualification & Experience

• Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in SSE (Senior Section Engineer) or equivalent grade and above in the Civil/Electrical Engineering Department of Indian Railways; and/or
• Candidates with experience as SM (Station Master) / TI (Traffic Inspector) or equivalent grade and above in the Operating Department of Indian Railways.
• Candidates with relevant experience in Railway Operations, Engineering, Safety, and Field Supervision will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise railway operations and ensure compliance with applicable railway safety rules, procedures, and operating standards.
• Monitor railway engineering and operational activities to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Conduct regular inspections of railway infrastructure and operational areas.
• Identify safety hazards, operational risks, and non-compliances and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate with railway engineering, operating, maintenance, and project teams on safety and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with approved railway procedures, instructions, and safety protocols.
• Monitor safe working practices during railway construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Support investigation and reporting of incidents, accidents, near misses, and safety-related observations.
• Maintain records of inspections, safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety briefings and awareness sessions for personnel involved in railway activities.
• Coordinate with Railway Authorities and other stakeholders during inspections, audits, and operational activities.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports related to railway operations, safety, inspections, and compliance.
• Ensure immediate escalation of critical safety and operational issues to the concerned authority.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Indian Railway operating and safety procedures.
• Practical knowledge of railway engineering and/or operating department activities.
• Good knowledge of railway safety practices, inspection procedures, and risk identification.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Good leadership and site supervision capabilities.
• Ability to work in field/site environments and handle operational situations effectively.
• Willingness to work at railway project locations and as per operational requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Retired/Ex-Railway personnel with experience as SSE or equivalent and above (Civil/Electrical) or SM/TI or equivalent and above (Operating Department) are encouraged to apply.