Career-Changer as Specialist for Construction Site Safety (m/f/d)

Overview

We have numerous essential professions requiring specialized knowledge. Therefore, we seek individuals interested in pursuing a new career path, such as after parental leave. During your retraining, you will receive an attractive salary. After your onboarding, you will independently carry out your duties and become a full member of our team.

We offer a secure position, a reliable and supportive team, and the chance to work outdoors alongside the railway network—together, we advance the railway!

We are currently looking for career changers as Specialists for Construction Site Safety (m/f/d) at DB Fahrwegdienste GmbH for various locations including Altenburg, Bitterfeld, Falkenberg/Elster, Halle (Saale), Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Nordhausen, Sangerhausen, or Torgau.

Retraining Program

• Over approximately one year, you will progressively learn everything necessary for this profession.
• Theoretical lessons alternate with practical training, allowing you to learn and apply skills simultaneously.
• You will be supported by experienced colleagues to ensure a smooth start even if you are new to this field.
• Theoretical sessions are organized close to your residence, and practical deployments generally occur in your future work area.
• From the beginning, you will receive a secure income.

Responsibilities After Retraining

• Ensure that no one is harmed at our track construction sites while working as part of a team.
• Warn workers in the track area of approaching trains using various signals and modern warning systems.
• Implement safety regulations and conduct briefings for new safety personnel.
• Maintain communication with various contacts to guarantee smooth operations.
• Independently organize and monitor safety measures on construction sites.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum age of 18 and a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss).
• No prior experience required, but you must be confident and reliable in ensuring safety.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Fluent communication skills in German, both spoken and written.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and varying sites.
• Possession of a class B driving license and a personal vehicle is necessary.

Applications from already qualified specialists for construction site safety, safety personnel, and safety supervisors are also welcome.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

We aim to provide equal opportunities for all candidates with similar qualifications. We actively promote diversity and collaboration in our teams. Every application is valued regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion, beliefs, disability, age, unemployment duration, or sexual orientation and identity.

Perks and Benefits

• All DB employees benefit from discounted shopping. Each month, you can access offers such as mobile phone contracts, insurance plans, discounts at hotel chains, fashion, and lifestyle stores.
• We engage with employees respectfully and provide workplaces throughout Germany, from major cities to smaller towns and communities.
• You gain a long-term perspective from a permanent employment contract at a forward-looking company.

Additional Notes

Equal participation and respectful collaboration for severely disabled and equivalent employees are deeply rooted principles within the DB Group. Hence, candidates with disabilities will be given preference when equally qualified.