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An international engineering and advisory organisation is seeking an experienced Rail Signalling Technical Audit Lead to support a high-profile review of an operational metropolitan railway system.

This opportunity has arisen following a series of significant operational incidents and will focus on the independent assessment of signalling systems, operational practices, system integration and overall railway safety performance. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical advisor, providing independent recommendations to key stakeholders and supporting the development of improvement strategies across the network.

ResponsibilitiesCarry out independent technical reviews of existing railway signalling systems and operational interfaces.Assess system performance, safety, operational risks and integration challenges across an active rail network.Review existing standards, procedures, maintenance practices and operating methodologies.Lead technical investigations into system failures, operational incidents and recurring performance issues.Develop findings, recommendations and corrective action plans to enhance safety and reliability.Engage with operators, maintainers, government stakeholders and technical specialists.Produce clear technical reports and executive-level recommendations.Support programme governance, assurance activities and stakeholder workshops.RequirementsExtensive railway signalling experience gained within metro, commuter rail, mainline or high-speed rail environments.Strong understanding of railway operations, system integration and operational safety.Demonstrated experience in signalling design, testing & commissioning, assurance, operations or maintenance.Experience carrying out technical audits, investigations, system reviews or independent assessments.Ability to challenge technical assumptions and provide robust evidence-based recommendations.Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills.Previous experience working directly with rail operators, infrastructure managers or government clients.Preferred BackgroundCBTC, ATP, ETCS, interlocking or train control systems experience.Railway systems integration expertise.Safety assurance, RAMS or independent assessment experience.Previous involvement in operational railway incident investigations.Experience within large-scale urban rail or commuter rail networks.What's on OfferUnique opportunity to influence the future performance and safety of a major operational railway.Senior advisory position with significant stakeholder exposure.International project environment.Competitive package, mobilisation support and long-term opportunities within the wider rail programme.

An opportunity is available for an experienced railway signalling professional to join a government-led programme focused on the independent technical review of an existing commuter railway network.

The assignment will involve a comprehensive assessment of existing signalling, train control and systems integration arrangements across a live railway environment. The successful candidate will act as a senior technical authority, providing expert recommendations to improve safety, reliability, operational performance and system integration.

This is a highly visible position, requiring direct engagement with senior stakeholders and the ability to provide independent technical opinions on complex railway systems.

Key ResponsibilitiesConduct an independent technical review of existing signalling and train control systems.Assess the performance, condition and suitability of current signalling infrastructure.Evaluate systems integration between signalling, telecommunications, rolling stock, SCADA, operational control systems and other railway subsystems.Review accident investigations, technical reports, operational procedures and maintenance records.Identify technical risks, system vulnerabilities and areas requiring improvement.Benchmark existing systems against international railway standards and industry best practice.Produce technical findings, recommendations and improvement strategies for government stakeholders.Participate in workshops, presentations and technical review meetings with senior client representatives.Support the development of corrective action plans and future upgrade recommendations.RequirementsExtensive experience within railway signalling and train control systems.Strong background in the technical review, design, assurance, operations or integration of railway systems.Demonstrated experience on commuter, metro, suburban or mainline rail projects.Excellent understanding of systems engineering and railway interfaces.Experience investigating operational incidents, safety concerns or performance issues would be advantageous.Ability to communicate complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Previous experience working with government authorities, railway operators or public transport agencies is beneficial.