Job Description

Railways for the world of tomorrow.

Deutsche Bahn

's expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and con-sulting company in the rail sector,

DB Engineering & Consulting

offers that knowledge - starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contri-butions to the protection of the environment, and help shape the world of the future.



Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the projects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.



We are looking for a "Social Safeguard Expert" in Gurugram, India at Deutsche Bahn Engineering & Consulting. The Key Responsibilities are:

Supervise implementation of the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) and track physical progress of resettlement and rehabilitation. Verify disbursement of compensation/assistance and monitor the Land Acquisition Plan through notifications, awards, and handover. Oversee Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP): consultations, disclosure, communication logs, and feedback integration. Monitor Livelihood Restoration Plan (LRP): eligibility, entitlement delivery, skills training, and income restoration outcomes. Finalize and monitor relocation sites with required services (water, sanitation, access, safety) in coordination with authorities and communities. Monitor ESMP social measures, Gender Action Plan (GAP), and community health and safety actions during construction and operation. Operate and report on the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), ensuring timely registration, resolution, and close-out of grievances. Monitor labor standards per national law and ILO Core Conventions; inspect labor camps for living conditions, wages, sanitation, OHS, and documentation. Conduct trainings/awareness on POSH, HIV/AIDS prevention, communicable diseases, worker rights, and community interface protocols. Maintain social safeguard records and periodic reports; coordinate audits/lender reviews and drive corrective action close-outs.


Graduate in Social Sciences / Sociology / Social Work or Diploma in Social Sciences / Sociology / Social Work. At least 10 years of Professional Experience. Profound experience in Metro Rail projects. More than 3 years the General consultancy / General engineering consultancy / Project management consultancy / Independent engineers for project implementation authority for the Metro rail projects. * English knowledge is required; Knowledge of local language (Hindi) will add more value.