Train Controller

Notes for Muhajirs: This is a Dubai based train control role with Keolis Group, controlling train operations for the Dubai Metro. About the role: The Train Controller controls, supervises and coordinates train operations to ensure the safety and availability of Dubai Metro services. Duties include supervising and controlling train movement on the main line using computerised tools, adhering to schedules, monitoring delays, implementing changes to avoid bunching and ensure safety, liaising with Roster, Timetable and Depot teams to ensure train and crew availability in unexpected events, reporting incidents, failures and events impacting safety or service to the Chief Controller in a timely and clear manner, coordinating service start up and shut down with the Chief, Engineering and Depot Controllers, informing the Chief of operating conditions that deviate from normal, directing Station Masters and Train Attendants in incidents and emergencies, monitoring passenger levels, managing and modifying the online timetable in unexpected events, and performing shift and emergency duties. Requirements: A minimum of 2 years, preferably 3 years, as a traffic controller or planner in railway, airport or urban traffic control, with a thorough understanding of train operation, controls, supervision and regulation and manual route settings in a central control room. A degree or high diploma in a post secondary related field is ideal, with literacy and analytical skills, the ability to understand complex systems and IT, communication skills, managing multiple tasks in a fast paced team environment, organisational skills, attention to detail and handling multiple priorities. Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Source: Bayt, posted 13 November 2026.