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train driver

Train drivers operate trains providing passenger or cargo transport services.

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DESCRIPTION

Train drivers operate trains providing passenger or cargo transport services. They are responsible for driving the locomotive in safe manner, respecting all relevant safety, operational and communication regulations, and have full responsibility for the safety of passengers and cargo. The task involves cooperation and communication with the relevant staff under the infrastructure manager, as well as with staff on board the train.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
locomotive brake applications

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
check train engines
shunt outbound loads
OPTIONALOptional competences
work in a rail transport team
relay messages through radio and telephone systems
perform services in a flexible manner

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Skills overview

38total
24 essential
14 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
1
Skills
5

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Quick insight

This role requires 24 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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