Group
Occupation

732935 Railway Signal Operator

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

732935 Railway Signal Operator

Controls the movement of trains using manual and electronic signals, and notifies control centres of delays or accidents.

Railway Shunters are excluded from this occupation. Railway Shunters are included in Occupation 741934 Railway Shunter.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Interprets movement orders and timetables to monitor train movements and the arrangement of rolling stock
  • Operates control panels and switches to control the movement of trains
  • Communicates with train drivers and other railway personnel using radios and communication systems
  • Notifies control centres of delays or accidents
  • Operates railway turntables to change the direction of rolling stock
  • Inspects railway signals and equipment, and reports faults and malfunctions
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