731311 Train Driver

Also known as Electric Train Driver, Fireperson (Railway), Locomotive Driver, Locomotive Observer, Rail Car Driver, Steam Train Driver.

What this occupation involves

Drives a train to transport passengers and freight on railways. 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

Labour market — Australia

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia. New Zealand does not publish per-occupation shortage ratings or projections.

Regional shortage National rating
By state & territory
ACT
Shortage
NSW
Regional shortage
NT
Regional shortage
QLD
Regional shortage
SA
Regional shortage
TAS
Regional shortage
VIC
Regional shortage
WA
Regional shortage
National rating history
No shortage Moderate Shortage
Employment projections
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