Betriebsleiter Eisenbahn (m/w/d)
Core
Responsible for safe, compliant, and smooth railway operations, serving as the central interface between operations, regulatory authorities, and technical departments.
Role type
Operations Manager (Railway)
Builds
Safe shunting and operational processes, including vehicle provisioning, train formation, and stabling.
Domain
Transportation / Railway Operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Railway operations qualification, leadership, regulatory compliance knowledge (EBO, ESBO), incident and disruption management, safety management system (SMS) support, stakeholder coordination, process optimization
Preferred skills
Multi-year experience in railway operations, leadership or coordination function experience, knowledge of TfV and operational regulations, structured decision-making under pressure, cooperative leadership style
Technologies
EBO, ESBO, TfV, SMS
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with railway regulations and operational instructions; manage safe shunting and operational workflows; lead and qualify operational staff; handle incidents, disruptions, and accidents; support safety audits with the Federal Railway Authority (EBA); coordinate with infrastructure operators and workshops; identify and implement process improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC