Timetable compiler (Railway industry)
だいやさくせいかかりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Transportation and Postal Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Transportation Operations Clerks
Summary
This occupation plans and creates railway operation timetables, establishing train running schedules. It considers cost efficiency and safety, adjusting track capacity, maintenance times, and more.
Description
The timetable compiler (railway industry) is an occupation that creates train timetables and plans/adjusts operation timetables to balance operational efficiency and safety. It combines various factors such as operation demand forecasts, track capacity, maintenance work time slots, crew assignments, etc., and uses dedicated software or spreadsheet tools to build optimal schedules. The created timetables are confirmed and revised in collaboration with operations managers, vehicle operation departments, and station staff, and reflected in actual operations. Since the accuracy of the timetable directly impacts on-time train operations and delay countermeasures, high accuracy and planning ability are required.
Future Outlook
Amid growing demand for optimizing railway operation timetables and improving operational efficiency, the introduction of scheduling technologies using AI and big data is advancing, requiring advanced specialization of skills.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes accuracy / Good team player / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Desk work / Flexitime / Office work / Shift work / Team meetings
Career Path
Junior timetable compiler → Senior timetable compiler → Operations manager → Operations planning department leader → Operations planning manager
Required Skills
Excel (Basic) / Timetable creation software / Train operation data analysis / Understanding of railway regulations and safety standards
Recommended Skills
BI tool operation / Database operation / English (Manual reading) / VBA (Automation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically construct complex train operation schedules. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even small time discrepancies can affect the entire operation timetable. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis such as time intervals and track capacity calculations is required. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to adjust numerous trains and maintenance time slots and organize plans is essential. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to solve problems such as delays and maintenance work to optimize the timetable. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Railway operations manager qualification
- Spreadsheet processing skill certification (Grade 2 or higher)
Aliases
- Operations timetable compiler
- Timetable creation staff
- Timetable planner
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