Rolling Stock Inspector Science & Engineering Technicians

Thoroughly understand the characteristics of railway infrastructure: rail technologies, track gauges, rail signalling, rail junctions, etc.

Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.

Pictorial representation of an electrical circuit. It shows the components of the circuit as simplified shapes, and the power and signal connections between the devices. It gives information about the …

Recommended Books

3 books

Power Wiring Diagrams: A Handbook of Connection Diagrams of Control and Protective Systems for Industrial Plants

Alfred Thomas Dover

2018

Electric-Wiring Diagrams: Illustrating Circuit-Connections for Supply Mains, Distribution Boards, Transfomers, Lamps, Signs, Heaters, Motors, Be

William Perren Maycock

2018

Modern Wiring Diagrams and Descriptions

Victor Hugo Tousley, Hen…

2018

The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.

Thoroughly understand the forces of physics involved in the interaction between the wheels and the rail, possible rail defects, maintenance practices, and cost implications.

Thoroughly understand the conditions, causes, and effects of rail disruption or derailment, and of degraded mode operations including tasks and tools.

Ensure that finished products meet or exceed company specifications.

Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.

Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

Carry out investigations of railway accidents. Take into consideration the specific circumstances of the accident, and the actual or potential consequences. Investigate whether the accident is part of a series, …

Detect internal flaws in rails in order to prevent derailments.

Promote and enforce safety procedures and EU regulations to ensure that railway safety is generally maintained and continuously improved, taking into consideration the development of European legislation.

Keep rolling stock in functional condition and maintain railway machinery.

Stay up-to-date on manufacturer warranty and policy procedures; communicate with factory representatives.

Operate hydraulic jack lift or truck to move goods before or after bundling.

Operate electric, diesel or steam locomotives to detect and identify rail flaws.

Drive railroad vehicles or other railway equipment in a competent and safe manner.

Plan and implement regular inspections and investigations of the rail track system in order to provide optimal coverage of the railway network in a given area. Inspect aspects such as …

Perform tests of the rail-flaw-detection machine using circuit testers.

Compose documents and reports on the nature of rail defects investigated, position of defect in rail, location, etc.

On completion of an investigation, compose a report summarising the finding for those in need of recommendations. This is done in consultation with industry stakeholders, safety authorities, individuals and any …

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

Perform maintenance operations on rail tracks, such as removal of old or damaged ties, maintenance of track spanner machinery, and tightening or loosening of bolts at joints.

Work confidently within a group in rail transport services, in which each individual has their own responsibility in working towards a common goal such as a good interaction with the …