Senior Traffic Officer, Timetable

Job Purpose

To plan and review train timetables that meet passenger demand while optimizing fleet usage, including adjustments for daily operations and major events, using data analysis, station surveys, and simulation tools

Responsibilities

· Plans the daily train timetable to ensure that is able to meet the passenger volume demand for weekdays, weekends and public holidays, without overstretching train fleet availability.

· Works with Control Operations and Station Operations branches during major national (e.g. the National Day Parade) or celebratory events (e.g. New Year's Eve) to propose event-specific train service timetables to accommodate the anticipated passengers loads projected by the event organisers.

· Conducts monthly review on the existing train schedules and timetables with the input from operations team.

· Conducts station survey at crowded stations at least once every three months or whenever there is a change in timetable, and

· Employs the use of modern computer simulation program to ensure accurate forecasting and provision of train services.

Qualifications & Work Experience

· Diploma in any discipline.

· Familiar with Operations Control Room environment will be an advantage.

Skills

· Plain train service timetable in accordance with Service Contract and OPS.

· Possess basic knowledge on signal, communications, permanent way, power system and rolling stock.

· Communicate in clear and focus manner.

· Able to work independently as well as in a team environment with individuals of diverse background.

· Positive and open minded.

· Highly motivated and ability to work under pressure and handle stress.

· Meticulous and alert.

· Able to think strategically and analyse systematically to make sound and safe decisions