TRAIN DRIVER

ANZSCO Code: 731311

Drives a train to transport passengers and freight on railways. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level

4

Specialistaion
  • Electric Train Driver
  • Fireperson (Railway)
  • Locomotive Observer
  • Rail Car Driver
  • Steam Train Driver

Group: TRAIN AND TRAM DRIVERS

ANZSCO Code: 7313

TRAIN AND TRAM DRIVERS drive trains and trams to transport passengers and freight on rail networks.

Indicative Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia

In Australia

AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand

NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

Tasks Include
  • stopping at stations and set locations to pick up and set down passengers and freight
  • opening and closing doors before and after passengers board or alight
  • observing signals, track conditions, nearby traffic and prescribed speeds to ensure safety
  • monitoring indicator gauges, changing controls and power supply poles and reporting operating irregularities
  • checking time and adherence to timetables
  • may advise passengers on destinations
Occupations