Description
Drives a bus to transport passengers short distances on scheduled intra-city services over established routes. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level
4
Alternative Titles
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Specializations
- Minibus Driver
- School Bus Driver
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
Group: 7312 Bus and Coach Drivers
Description
drive buses and coaches to transport passengers over established and special routes.
Tasks
- stopping at set locations to pick up and set down passengers
- opening and closing doors before and after passengers board or alight
- controlling lighting, heating and ventilation on buses
- collecting fares and giving change and tickets, and monitoring electronic entry
- advising passengers on destinations
- maintaining conduct of passengers
- may use public address systems to provide information and tour commentaries for passengers
- may assist coach passengers with baggage and accommodation bookings
- may maintain, service and clean coaches
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Certificate II or III (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.
Registration or licensing is required.