Tram Driver @ Siemens Mobility

Siemens Mobility is currently operating and maintaining the Education City Tram network.  The People Mover System (PMS) is the first low floor catenary-free tram system in the world. It uses a Hybrid Energy System (HES) which incorporates a combination of super-capacitors and batteries to power the tram between charging locations along the line. It is manually operated on line of sight rules and the system is being designed in compliance with BO Strab regulations and guidance. 11 km of track serves both the North and South Campuses of Education City and 19 trams of the Siemens Avenio range are in operation.  Siemens Mobility is seeking to strengthen its Team of Tram Drivers professionals.  To be successful in the role, you will have to be of a rigorous character, a fervent Team player with a sense of ownership.

Role Overview

Responsible for driving the tram vehicle along QEC PMS corridor in a safe and punctual way in compliance with the company’s safety and operations rules & regulations; Provides a high standard of customer service at all times.

What are my responsibilities?

• Driving Trams in accordance with the company’s rules & procedures and road traffic regulations
• Ensuring the safety of passengers, pedestrians and other road users
• Providing excellent customer service at all times
• Identifying and reporting incidents and anomalies (rolling stock and equipment) to the Operations Controllers (OMCC)
• Perfect knowledge of EC Tram Rolling Stock in order to conduct fault finding and rectification in compliance with operations & maintenance procedures
• Reporting to Line Supervisors and Operations Controllers and complying with all operational orders and directives given
• Communicating clearly and effectively with passengers and Operations Controllers
• Provides assistance during safety & quality audits. 

What do I need to qualify for this job?

• A good physical condition (Meets requirements of Fitness Class 1)
• 21 years or above
• 1.60m minimum height
• Minimum 10 years of successful school education
• Must have held a valid Qatar road driving license for at least 2 years (car, bus or truck)
• Good understanding of rail public transport operations process and Rules & Procedures
• Good analysis and reporting skills 
• Ability to work under pressure while complying with rules & procedures
• Good command of spoken and written English language 
• Ability to comply with rules & procedures
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes to operational situations

• Team player attitude
• Results orientated
• Attention to detail
• Customer focused
• Very good Communication skills
• Proactive
• Railway & road environment safety conscious

What else do I need to know?

Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work. Please find more information at www.siemens.com

How do I apply?

We are looking forward to receiving your on-line application. Please note: only complete application documents, including diplomas, certificates of employment or letter of recommendation respectively can be considered in the selection process.