General Description
TRAIN AND TRAM DRIVERS drive trains and trams to transport passengers and freight on rail networks.
Indicative Skill Level
ANZSCO Skill Level: 3、4
In Australia the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
The occupation Tram Driver in this unit group has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing is required.
Task Information
- 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 in this group:
（1）731311 TRAIN DRIVER
Alternative Title: Locomotive Driver
Drives a train to transport passengers and freight on railways. Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations: Electric Train Driver、Fireperson (Railway)、Locomotive Observer、Rail Car Driver、Steam Train Driver
（2）731312 TRAM DRIVER
Drives a tram to transport passengers on urban light rail networks. Registration or licensing is required.