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