Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers

Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers drive cars, buses, coaches, trains and trams to transport passengers and freight.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

**Tasks include:**

- stopping at designated locations to pick up and set down passengers and freight - collecting fares and giving change - controlling lighting, heating and ventilation to ensure passenger comfort - observing prescribed speeds, nearby traffic, travelling conditions and signals to ensure safe arrival of passengers and freight - ensuring passengers and freight arrive at destinations on time