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Allan Kimathi Kamundi

Allan Kimathi Kamundi

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven Railway Operations professional with a comprehensive academic background, including a Bachelor of Arts in Human Sciences and an MSc in Criminology & Criminal Justice. Certified as a Career & Business Needs Coach, demonstrating commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Proven track record in the rail industry, Certified Train Driver with over 5 years of experience operating passenger and freight trains, trained in ETCS and emergency protocols encompassing various roles such as Commercial Rail Cargo Logistics Coordinator, Customer Experience Station Agent, Train Crew Team Leader/Line Dispatcher, Crew Dispatch & Management Supervisor, Training Key Instructor, Competence Management Lead Assessor & Train Operations Supervisor.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Key Instructor - CABS, CBTC & ETCS/ECP -

FLOW - Riyadh Metro Operator
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
05.2020 - Current
  • Supervise diverse team of 114 Train Ambassadors, 15 on-track plant operators, and 27 depot train drivers, delivering training as Principal Instructor, achieving exceptional technical outcomes and elevated customer service standards.
  • Identified knowledge and skill deficiencies through comprehensive assessments within competence management system, ensuring continuous enhancement of team proficiency managing emergencies associated with automated train operations.
  • Ensured optimal staffing levels for each shift, proactively addressing coverage requirements and meticulously managing time violations and attendance discrepancies, contributing to 98% shift coverage rate.
  • Addressed employee non-compliance issues promptly, reinforcing adherence to established protocols and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Performed safety-critical duties by operating passenger and maintenance vehicles, maintaining impeccable safety record with zero accidents or incidents during manual train driving certification.
  • Reported and addressed train system discrepancies and failures promptly, documenting incident reports and supporting fault-resolution process, resulting in 20% improvement in incident response times.
  • Delivered efficient train rescue services during incidents or system failures, minimizing operational disruptions and maintaining smooth degraded operations.
  • Trained, assessed, and certified manual train operators, maintaining proficiency standards for manual operation. Provided technical expertise on electronically controlled braking systems (ECBS/EBS), including transmission of deceleration requests electronically via brake control module (BCM), optimizing response time, improving stability controls, and supporting regenerative braking systems.
  • Adhered to Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) mandates, leading to 15% reduction in safety incidents and promoting culture of operational excellence among team members and external stakeholders.

O&M Consultant/Training Key Instructor

Horizons Partners Limited, Riyadh Metro Project
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • Executed minor maintenance and meticulously coordinated service scheduling under auspices of Operations Manager, ensuring uninterrupted safety of metro operations.
  • Executed responsibilities assigned by Director of Operations, Operations Manager, or Maintenance Supervisor, encompassing operational duties, facility sanitation, and station obligations.
  • Ensured design and build plan met established service level agreements and operation level agreements, achieving 95% compliance rate.
  • Collaborated with site Safety Committee, contributing to safety initiatives that culminated in 20% reduction in safety incidents.
  • Tracked, analyzed, and enhanced essential operations and maintenance parameters, yielding 15% increase in asset utilization and 10% decrease in maintenance expenditures.
  • Implemented necessary adjustments during project launches, maintaining 99% consistency in machine operation and meeting or exceeding customer specifications.
  • Adhered to established safety rules, resulting in zero safety violations and incidents during various safety-related training programs.

Testing & Commissioning Train Driver/Operator

Expolink 2020- Serco Dubai Metro
Dubai, Dubai
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Executed minor maintenance and coordinated service scheduling under auspices of Operations Manager, ensuring 100% uninterrupted metro operations during assigned shifts.
  • Executed responsibilities assigned by Director of Operations, Operations Manager, or Maintenance Supervisor, completing 100% of scheduled operational duties, facility sanitation tasks, and station obligations on time.
  • Ensured design and build plan met service level and operation level agreements, achieving 95% compliance rate and contributing to on-schedule project launches.
  • Collaborated with site Safety Committee, driving initiatives that led to 20% reduction in reported safety incidents over 12 months.
  • Tracked, analyzed, and enhanced operations and maintenance parameters, boosting asset utilization by 15% and cutting maintenance expenditures by 10% within first year.
  • Implemented strategic adjustments during project launches, maintaining 99% operational consistency across machine operations and exceeding customer specifications in 95% of evaluations.
  • Adhered to safety protocols rigorously, achieving zero safety violations across 18 months of safety-related training programs.

Train Crew Team Leader | Line Dispatcher

Serco Middle East-Dubai Metro
Dubai, Dubai
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • Delivered safe, reliable, customer-focused train service by adhering to company procedures and work instructions, achieving 99% on-time performance.
  • Handled customer matters tactfully and sensitively, ensuring 95% customer satisfaction rate and full compliance with organizational guidelines.
  • Oversaw 410 Train Ambassadors and depot shunters, maintaining excellent technical outcomes and sustaining high customer service ratings.
  • Achieved full compliance with training and induction courses for train drivers, resulting in 100% adherence to operational procedures.
  • Enforced safety procedures, ensuring well-being of passengers and employees, contributing to zero major safety incidents during tenure.
  • Operated passenger vehicles across diverse operating modes, maintaining flawless safety record with zero accidents.
  • Provided comprehensive assistance to customers, including those with special accessibility needs, fostering positive travel experiences.
  • Assisted in shunting operations and testing during engineering hours, boosting operational efficiency by 20%.
  • Conducted sweeping of mainline in automatic and manual modes, ensuring debris-free tracks and reducing maintenance costs by 15%.

Education

Master of Arts - Human Sciences

Mount Kenya University
Kenya
03.2014 -

Bachelor of Arts - Human Sciences

Kenya Polytechnic University
Kenya
07.2006 - 10.2010

Skills

  • CABS/CBTS & ETCS ECP braking systems training and certification for manual train drivers
  • Resilience and stamina
  • Responsibility & Integrity
  • Training material creation
  • Leadership qualities
  • Calm under pressure
  • Diesel electric traction
  • Freight and passenger train operations
  • Safety Compliance & Health & Safety Awareness - HSEQ Representative
  • Competence Assessment & Management
  • Learning skills development
  • Communication Service
  • Time Management

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Elementary
Swahili
Fluent
Russian
Elementary

Certification

K.S.A Private Driving License equivalent to U.A.E Driving License

Affiliations

  • Traveling (relevant for roles involving frequent travel) Art and design Music Reading Video gaming Team sports (e.g., football, rugby, cricket) Solo sports (e.g., golf, running, swimming) Tech hobbies (e.g., e-sports, coding) Wellness practices (e.g., yoga, weightlifting)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Training Key Instructor - CABS, CBTC & ETCS/ECP -

FLOW - Riyadh Metro Operator
05.2020 - Current

O&M Consultant/Training Key Instructor

Horizons Partners Limited, Riyadh Metro Project
11.2019 - 04.2020

Testing & Commissioning Train Driver/Operator

Expolink 2020- Serco Dubai Metro
02.2019 - 08.2019

Train Crew Team Leader | Line Dispatcher

Serco Middle East-Dubai Metro
09.2017 - 02.2019

Master of Arts - Human Sciences

Mount Kenya University
03.2014 -

Bachelor of Arts - Human Sciences

Kenya Polytechnic University
07.2006 - 10.2010

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