Passenger Train Driver
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- Machinery Operators and Drivers
Classification
- Major group
- 7Machinery Operators and Drivers
- Sub-major group
- 71Road and Rail Drivers
- Minor group
- 711Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers
- Unit group
- 7113Train and Tram Drivers
Description
Drives a train to transport passengers on railways.
Specialisations
- Passenger Locomotive Driver
- Rail Car Driver
Unit group
7113 · Train and Tram DriversDescription
Drive trains and trams to transport passengers and freight on rail networks.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 3
Australia
3; 4
Tasks
Tasks include
- Operates and monitors controls to regulate speed, direction and braking of the train
- Monitors track and weather conditions and railway signals
- Ensures passengers, including those with mobility restrictions, board and alight vehicles in a safe and timely manner
- Communicates with control centres using radio or other communication devices
- Adheres to timetables and schedules to ensure on-time arrival and departures of trains
- Makes announcements to passengers and liaises with onboard staff
- Responds to emergencies or unexpected situations, such as mechanical failures or medical incidents
- Ensures public safety by adhering to public duty of care protocols and monitoring transit security procedures
- Completes reports related to train operations and incidents
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/7/71/711/7113
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.
