Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the position of Assistant Loco Pilot. This role supports safe and efficient train operations across the Konkan Railway network and requires strong adherence to operating rules, safety procedures, and working discipline.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Loco Pilot in operating locomotives in accordance with railway operating rules, signals, and safety standards.
- Support pre-departure and en-route checks of locomotive systems, controls, and safety equipment.
- Maintain vigilance for signals, track conditions, speed restrictions, and operational hazards; promptly communicate observations to the Loco Pilot.
- Assist in troubleshooting basic locomotive issues and coordinate with maintenance/operations teams as required.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and organizational safety requirements, including incident reporting and documentation.
- Perform duties in shifts and under varying weather/field conditions as per operational needs.
Requirements
- Education: As per Konkan Railway rules for the Assistant Loco Pilot post.
- Age limit: As per Konkan Railway rules.
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Ability to work in a safety-critical environment with high attention to detail and compliance.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts and in field/operational settings.
Compensation
- Pay Scale: Rs. 5200 – Rs. 20200 (as stated for the post).
- Number of vacancies: 57
- Job location: Districts of Maharashtra under the jurisdiction of Konkan Railway.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a key rail infrastructure organization supporting passenger and freight connectivity.
- Exposure to railway operations, safety systems, and field execution standards.
- Structured work environment with defined operating procedures.
Selection Process
The selection process will be as per Konkan Railway rules. Specific details were not provided in the source content.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply in the prescribed application form. Applications completed in all respects along with required enclosures, and clearly mentioning the notification number and the post applied for, should reach the address below on or before the deadline:
Address: Belapur Bhavan, Sec-11, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai – 400614
Last date/time: 29/09/2016 up to 17:30 hours
Note: Application fee details were not specified in the source content.
About the Company
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) serves as a vital rail link between Mumbai and Mangalore, traversing the states of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka. Established in 1990, KRCL operates a broad-gauge network with numerous stations along the Konkan coast and is headquartered at CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, functioning as a subsidiary under Indian Railways.