The SETER, Société d’Exploitation du Train Express Régional, a subsidiary of the SNCF group, recruits Train Operators. The company brings its expertise in mass transit to the transport of Senegalese passengers and ensures the operation and maintenance of West Africa’s first express train, the TER de Dakar, equipped with ERTMS 2.
Committed to safety and quality of service, the SETER meets international standards and ensures an efficient and faultless passenger transport. It serves the railway line Dakar-Diamniadio, of metro type, over 36 km and 13 stations, with an extension planned to Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD).
As part of its development, it recruits for the position of Train Driver. This position is for candidates with less than 6 months of experience and who hold a BEP. The recruitment aims to strengthen the team in order to guarantee a safe train operation and a quality service to passengers.
The challenges of the position include mastering signal systems, responding to emergency situations, as well as respecting schedules and safety procedures.
Duties
The Train Driver will be responsible for operating the trains safely, in accordance with applicable regulations, monitoring and ensuring the proper functioning of the systems on board the train, interacting with passengers and meeting their needs, conducting safety checks before departure and during the journey, and reporting on the operation of the trains and reporting any incidents.
Joining the SETER is to participate in an ambitious project that renews the relationship between Senegalese and rail transport, while evolving in a dynamic and professional environment.
Candidate profile
The position of Train Driver at SETER requires a specific set of skills and qualities.
Education and qualifications
BEP in rail transport or equivalent training. Strong knowledge of safety rules and railway regulations. Ability to use advanced railway signalling systems. Mastery of ERTMS 2 technologies and train control systems. Experience in driving trains, even less than 6 months, is a plus.
Required Professionals
Ability to work under pressure and handle emergency situations. Excellent communication, both verbal and written, with passengers and support teams.
Other information
Team spirit with an ability to collaborate effectively with other staff members. Strict adherence to operating schedules and procedures. Commitment to passenger and train safety.
Psychological qualities
Calm and able to handle stress in critical situations. Analytical thinking, with the ability to quickly solve problems.
Responsibilities
Sense of responsibility and attention to detail. Adaptability and ability to get involved in an ever-changing environment. Solid work ethic, punctuality and reliability. This profile helps to ensure a safe, efficient and enjoyable transport experience for TER passengers. Dakar.
Skills
Knowledge of railway systems. Ability to handle emergency situations. Communication skills. Sense of responsibility. Compliance with safety standards. Work as a team. Time management. Detection of technical anomalies. Ability to analyze and react. Quality of customer service.
Additional information
Level of study: BEP. Number of vacancies: 16.
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