Career Changer as Train Traffic Controller

As a train traffic controller you work in the signal box. From there you direct train traffic and ensure safe, punctual and smooth train operations. We are looking for you as soon as possible for a career change into train traffic controller (f/m/d) at DB InfraGO AG in Bruckmühl, Feldkirchen-Westerham, Miesbach or Valley. The retraining is full-time (39 hours/week) and combines theory and practical training sections. Theory classes take place at one of our regional training centers in Munich, and your practical placements take place close to home where possible. Training classes have 12 to 14 participants. Your retraining takes about 7 months in total.

• At small, medium or large signal boxes you control train traffic using levers, push buttons and rotary switches
• You set routes (track path, points, signals) for trains and ensure safe departure, e.g. from a station
• Monitoring operations in stations is also in your hands
• Communication and coordination with colleagues in the signal box, train drivers and control centers are part of your daily work

• Either: completed vocational training recognized in Germany, e.g. retail sales clerk, restaurant specialist, office clerk
• Or: (technical) Abitur combined with at least two years of work experience or proof of at least four semesters of university study
• Your German skills are at least at C1 level
• You also bring basic PC skills
• You stay calm and keep the overview even in demanding situations
• You are a team player and gladly take on responsibility
• Willingness to work shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and flexibility, while your own work-life balance is not neglected