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712917 · ANZSCO 2021

Railway Signal Operator

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
4

Classification

Description

Controls the movement of trains, and assembles and disassembles trains within a marshalling yard.

Alternative titles

  • Railway Switching and Signalling Operator

Specialisations

  • Railway Shunter
  • Railway Yard Assistant

Unit group

7129 · Other Stationary Plant Operators

Description

This unit group covers Stationary Plant Operators not elsewhere classified. It includes Boiler or Engine Operators, Bulk Materials Handling Plant Operators, Cement Production Plant Operators, Concrete Batching Plant Operators, Concrete Pump Operators, Paper and Pulp Mill Operators, Railway Signal Operators, Train Controllers, Waste Water or Water Plant Operators and Weighbridge Operators.

Skill level

Australia

AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

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. The occupations Paper and Pulp Mill Operator and Waste Water or Water Plant Operator in this unit group have 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 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. Registration or licensing may be required.

Occupation skill level 4

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