1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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7315-11	Train Driver
	Locomotive Driver

Drives locomotives to convey passengers or goods between railway stations.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

observes signals and track conditions, and operates trains to prescribed speeds
monitors indicator gauges, and reports operating irregularities
checks time and adherence to timetable
stops at stations to pick up or set down passengers or freight
may supervise Train Driver's Assistant

Specialisations:
Electric Train Driver
Steam Train Driver