The world of rail professions offers countless career possibilities.
Railway undertakings (RUs) operate trains and are responsible for the safe and reliable transport of passengers and freight. RUs are responsible for timetabling, safety and customer satisfaction.
Infrastructure managers (IMs) build and operate infrastructure facilities for rail traffic, including railway tracks, stations, bridges and tunnels, and safety installations. Many railway companies are both infrastructure managers and railway undertakings.
Rail vehicle manufacturers specialise in building multiple units, locomotives, trams and other rail-bound vehicles.
Consultancy firms provide advice and engineering services for various aspects of rail transport, including railway infrastructure planning, project management and rail systems monitoring.
Suppliers and service providers specialise in supplying components, spare parts, technical services and software solutions for building, maintaining and operating rail vehicles and infrastructure.
Whether you want to enter the profession as part of a small, family-run business or join the ranks of a large corporation, the choice is yours. And as your career progresses, you always have the option of heading in a new direction.