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Train Traffic Controller

Original title: Zugverkehrssteuerer (w/m/d)

Deutsche Bahn AG
Emden, NI500+ employeesSkilled
Full-time
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  • Start Date

    On request

  • Sector

    Verkehrsberufe und Fahrbetrieb

  • Salary

    Competitive salary

Listing data as of November 1, 2026

About this Apprenticeship

As a train traffic controller, you are responsible for the safe and punctual execution of train and shunting movements, taking into account necessary checks and precautions such as route checks, on signal boxes with simple/complex infrastructure. In the event of operational disruptions, you carry out risk assessments, maintain communication with all parties involved and ensure safe train operations. You work in compliance with the valid rulebook including local regulations and operational orders and instructions and document these. Furthermore, you are responsible for the issuance, transmission and documentation of operational messages, orders, commands and timetable communications. You operate and monitor the assigned control and safety-technical systems as well as telecommunications systems.

What You'll Learn

  • As a train traffic controller, you are responsible for the safe and punctual execution of train and shunting movements, taking into account necessary checks and precautions such as route checks, on signal boxes with simple/complex infrastructure
  • In the event of operational disruptions, you carry out risk assessments, maintain communication with all parties involved and ensure safe train operations
  • You work in compliance with the valid rulebook including local regulations and operational orders and instructions and document these
  • Furthermore, you are responsible for the issuance, transmission and documentation of operational messages, orders, commands and timetable communications
  • You operate and monitor the assigned control and safety-technical systems as well as telecommunications systems

Requirements

  • Completed vocational training as a train traffic controller (EiB F or lateral entry) and an active qualification as a train traffic controller with very good knowledge of operational service
  • Your way of working is characterized by independence, care and solution orientation
  • To keep trains running around the clock, you will be deployed in shift and alternating duty as well as on weekends and public holidays
  • Unrestricted fitness for operational service and psychological suitability for the activity as a train traffic controller are required
  • A valid class B driving license and your own car are also required

What Deutsche Bahn AG offers

  • Free travel We offer you 16 free trips within Germany per year and further travel discounts such as DB Job Ticket for your daily commute. In addition, there are favorable travel options for family and friends.
  • Attractive conditions We offer you a lot because you always give 100 percent: a market-standard salary package with usually permanent employment contracts and job security as well as many extras and a company pension scheme.
  • Individual further development With seminars, training and qualifications, we offer you individual and long-term development and advancement opportunities at specialist, project or management level.

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