Train Driver Drivers & Mobile Plant Operators

Have knowledge of passenger transport conventions and regulations.

Understand the 3D-geometry used for track layouts, and in the design and construction of railway infrastructure.

Understand the dynamics of locomotive brake applications.

Familiar with all physical aspects of the railway, including train stations, the incline and decline of the right-of-way and speed limits.

The different practices, routines, and procedures regarding the safe operation of trains in order to prevent collisions, derailments, or unplanned exceeding of speed limits.

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

Identify differences between colours, such as shades of colour.

Adapt weight of cargo to capacity of freight transport vehicles. Oversee the maximum load capacity of the vehicle in question and the weight of each individual crate in the shipment.

Ensure that train engines comply with regulations before commencing a journey.

Control acceleration, braking, and overall operation of train in motion.

Oversee train equipment maintenance and rail security.

Ensure safe arrival of trains at their destinations. Utilise practical knowledge to signal trains on the railway network in order to ensure operations run smoothly.

Ensure the timely arrival of trains at their destinations in compliance with railway schedules.

Transport passengers to their destination in a safe and timely fashion. Provide appropriate customer service; inform passengers in the event of unexpected situations or other incidents.

Follow signalling instructions throughout the journey. Comprehend the technical language used by signallers and adhere to instructions given by them.

Ensure high levels of safety awareness; use personal protection equipment; communicate with staff members and provide advice on health and safety issues.

Ensure train schedules are followed; trains should not leave the station too late or too early. Monitor and regulate train dispatch and arrival in order to avoid trains arriving either …

Compose and submit freight shipment reports. Include detailed information on freight conditions and freight handling; report problems if necessary.

Shunt inbound freight loads to and from railcars for inbound and outbound trains.

Shunt outbound freight loads to and from inbound and outbound trains.

Shunt rolling stock to form trains in marshalling yards.

Provide on-site trainings to trainees on how to operate and drive trains. Instruct them in theories and techniques on matters such as control panels, security signs, security measures, and procedures …

Understand different modalities of transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport. Specialise in one of the modalities and possess a deeper knowledge of the details and procedures of …

Possess basic knowledge of the mechanics involved in trains, understand the technicalities and participate in discussions on related topics in order to solve problems related to the mechanics.

Understand passenger customs regulations; know which official documents or declaration forms are required from different kinds of passenger.

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, …

Regularly attend educational workshops, read professional publications, actively participate in professional societies.

Identify problems with servers, desktops, printers, networks, and remote access, and perform actions which solve the problems.

Possess the communication abilities to relay messages through a radio and telephone system.

Demonstrate degrees of maturity by fully understanding one's own qualities and abilities which can serve as sources of confidence in different situations.

Analyse reports submitted by passengers (i.e. on unforeseen occurrences or incidents such as vandalism or theft) in order to inform strategic decision making.

Observe process of freight loading; ensure that crew complies with all applicable regulations and procedures; stow heavy and potentially dangerous cargo.

Work confidently within a group in rail transport services, in which each individual has their own responsibility in working towards a common goal such as a good interaction with the …