Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers
- Classification
- Minor
- Major group
- Machinery Operators and Drivers
Classification
- Major group
- 7Machinery Operators and Drivers
- Sub-major group
- 73Road and Rail Drivers
Description
Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers drive cars, buses, coaches, trains and trams to transport passengers and freight.
Skill level
Australia
AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
New Zealand
NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4) At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
Tasks include
- stopping at designated locations to pick up and set down passengers and freight
- collecting fares and giving change
- controlling lighting, heating and ventilation to ensure passenger comfort
- observing prescribed speeds, nearby traffic, travelling conditions and signals to ensure safe arrival of passengers and freight
- ensuring passengers and freight arrive at destinations on time