Aditya Verma
Station Controller Train Operator (SCTO)
Kanpur
Summary
Dynamic operations supervisor with extensive experience at Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd., excelling in emergency response coordination and staff scheduling. Proven track record of maintaining an accident-free safety record and enhancing passenger service through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in documentation and problem-solving, ensuring operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Station Manager
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
Kanpur
09.2025 - Current
- Manage safe station operations at underground/elevated metro stations, with hands-on knowledge of modern station safety and emergency systems.
- Operate/monitor Siemens FACP, ETS, PESP, TVS, fire extinguishers, emergency/fireman staircases, assembly points, emergency exits and passenger announcement systems.
- Operate ALSTOM LATS/VDU for mainline traffic management and train movement regulation during OCC failure, as per prescribed procedures.
- Coordinate Civil, Electrical, Telecom and other departments for authorized works through Permit to Work (PTW) in accordance with Weekly General Orders (WGO).
- Conduct scheduled night mock drills for emergency preparedness, system practice and failure analysis.
- Handle passenger safety, emergencies and incidents, including assistance to passengers with disabilities/reduced mobility; no passenger complaints recorded during assigned shifts.
- Maintain shift diaries, daily event records and incident reports in accordance with operational procedures.
- Maintain an exemplary disciplinary record with no counselling memos, warning letters, penalties or charge sheets to date.
Crew Controller & Line Supervisor
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
Kanpur
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Progressed into crew and line supervision roles after frontline Train Operator experience, supporting safe and reliable metro operations.
- Coordinated roster/shift deployment for Train Operators and operational staff, ensuring crew availability and service continuity.
- Supervised train movements and line activities, coordinating effectively with OCC, stations, and frontline teams to maintain operational stability.
- Supported management of train failures, operational abnormalities, emergency situations and service disruptions, ensuring timely communication and recovery actions.
- Conducted operational checks, supported mock drills and emergency preparedness, and ensured compliance with safety procedures and operating rules.
- Maintained operational records and incident reporting, ensuring effective shift handovers and supporting seamless day-to-day line operations.
Train Operator
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
Kanpur
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated modern 3-car DM–TC–DM metro rolling stock (66.6% motorized) in dense urban corridors, maintaining safe, punctual and efficient passenger operations.
- Accumulated 45,000+ km of safe passenger revenue train operations, including low-visibility operations, night testing of new rolling stock, and vendor-specific system testing.
- Operated trains in ATO and ATP modes, maintaining readiness for manual intervention and safe transition to degraded operating conditions.
- Performed Restricted Manual (RM) operations during system maintenance, track faults, signaling failures and other degraded conditions.
- Conducted first-level troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical rolling-stock faults to minimize service disruption and passenger delays.
- Maintained continuous OCC communication via radio, providing accurate operational and safety information during normal and emergency situations.
- Participated in emergency mock drills, including passenger evacuation through detrainment doors, train-to-train coupling, and onboard fire scenarios.
- Maintained an accident-free safety record throughout 5 years of metro operations, with strong adherence to operational rules, safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Education
English Fluency Course - English Language
FLUENT LIFE
Online 04.2001 -
ASCENT - Communication Skills
Amity University
Lucknow, India 04.2001 -
3 Year Diploma In Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic Kanpur
Kanpur 04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Work planning
Staff scheduling
Documentation
Emergency response coordination
Problem-solving abilities
Communication strategies
Teamwork
Safety reporting
Basics of Computer
Timeline
Station Manager
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
09.2025 - Current
Crew Controller & Line Supervisor
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
02.2024 - 08.2025
Train Operator
Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRCL)
08.2021 - 01.2024
English Fluency Course - English Language
FLUENT LIFE
04.2001 -
ASCENT - Communication Skills
Amity University
04.2001 -
3 Year Diploma In Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic Kanpur
04.2001 -