7313 Train and Tram Drivers

The occupation Train 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 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.

• 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

• 731311 Train Driver
• 731312 Tram Driver

Alternative Title:

• Locomotive Driver

Drives a train to transport passengers and freight on railways. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:

• 4 Australia
• 3 New Zealand

Specialisations:

• Electric Train Driver
• Fireperson (Railway)
• Locomotive Observer
• Rail Car Driver
• Steam Train Driver

Drives a tram to transport passengers on urban light rail networks. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level: 4