Career Change Opportunity: Specialist in Construction Site Safety (m/f/d)

About the Role

We offer numerous essential professions that require specialized expertise. We particularly value individuals eager to pursue a new career direction, including those returning from parental leave. During your retraining period, you will receive a competitive salary. Upon completing your onboarding, you will assume independent responsibilities and become a fully integrated member of our team.

Enjoy a secure job, a reliable and supportive team, and the opportunity to work outdoors along the railway network. Together, we advance the railway system!

We are currently seeking career changers for the position of Specialist in Construction Site Safety (m/f/d) for DB Fahrwegdienste GmbH at multiple locations including Ahrensburg, Altenholz, Ascheberg (Holstein), Aumühle, Bad Bramstedt, Bad Oldesloe, Bad Schwartau, Bad Segeberg, Bargfeld-Stegen, Bargstedt, Bargteheide, Barkenholm, Barmstedt, Barsbüttel, Bönningstedt, Boostedt, Bordesholm, Brodersdorf, Burg (Dithmarschen), Ellerbek, Elmshorn, Eutin, Flintbek, Friedrichsholm, Geesthacht, Glückstadt, Großenaspe, Halstenbek, Heiligenhafen, Henstedt-Ulzburg, Hohenlockstedt, Hohenwestedt, Itzehoe, Kaltenkirchen, Kiel, and Neumünster.

Retraining Program

• The retraining lasts approximately one year, during which you systematically acquire the necessary skills.
• The program alternates theoretical lessons with practical exercises to provide hands-on experience.
• Experienced colleagues will guide you to facilitate your entry into this new profession.
• Theoretical classes are held as close as possible to your residence, while practical assignments typically occur within your future work area.
• You will receive a secure salary from the outset.

Key Responsibilities After Retraining

• Ensuring safety at railway track construction sites as part of a team.
• Utilizing various signals and modern warning systems to alert personnel working near tracks of approaching trains.
• Implementing safety regulations and instructing new safety personnel.
• Coordinating with multiple contacts to maintain smooth operations.
• Managing and supervising safety measures on construction sites independently.

Candidate Profile

• You are at least 18 years old with a minimum secondary school qualification (Hauptschulabschluss).
• No prior specific experience is necessary; reliability and commitment to safety are essential.
• You enjoy working outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• You possess confident written and spoken German communication skills.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and changing locations is required.
• Holding a class B driver's license and having access to a vehicle is preferable but not mandatory.

Additional Information

Applications from already trained specialists in construction site safety, safety posts, and safety supervision are equally welcome.

We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered equally regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, age, unemployment duration, sexual orientation, or identity.

Benefits

• Exclusive shopping benefits for employees including offers on mobile contracts, insurance, hotel discounts, fashion, and lifestyle products.
• Employment opportunities in every federal state, from major cities to smaller towns, promoting work-life balance close to home.
• Secure and long-term employment in a future-oriented enterprise.
• Special consideration for applicants with disabilities or equivalent status under equal licensing policies.