Train Controller
712918 · Light Next-day ready Career data Verified
Train controllers oversee the safe movement of trains and people on the rail network.
Most common salary $106k – $115k
Upper salary up to $124k
Training 0-2 years
Description
Oversees the safe movement of trains using a computerised train control signalling system.
Typical work tasks
- Authorises and direct movements of trains; communicates with locomotive engineers to ensure safe movements of trains; familiarises themselves with the weight, length and schedules of trains; records movement of trains including departures and scheduled stops; provides other train controllers with information on trains progress; authorises and controls any activity taking place on railway tracks, including maintenance work; contacts relevant personal to deal with faults or mechanical failures; reports any accidents or incidents to the Land Transport Authority and any other relevant body such as emergency services.
Typical work environment
- Works indoors in an office environment.
- May work outdoors occasionally to visit and inspect areas under control.
- Indoor work areas are adequately heated, ventilated and maintained.
- Employees often work shifts and outside of normal hours to ensure service is maintained.
Typical physical and mental demands
- Sedentary to light physical demand levels.
- Sitting is frequently to constantly required at a computer network system, so as to facilitate the monitoring of trains.
- Stands and walks about the work area occasionally to collect data.
- Stretching up and across is not typically a significant component of the job.
- Squatting, bending or crouching is not typically a significant component of the job.
- Twisting of the body or neck is not typically a significant component of the job.
- Employees work constantly with computerised controls, to check and monitor train movements.
- Lifting and carrying are not significant components of this job.
- Repetitive hand and arm movements are required for the operation of computers, writing instruments, telephones and other general office equipment.
- Driving is not required.
- Mental skills necessary include practical, technical and problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail.
Entry signal Reviewed
Enter via experience or on-the-job training; no mandatory pre-entry qualification. Flagged next-day ready.
Entry barrier Experience or on-job training
Licence / registration No licence required
ANZSCO skill level 4
Next-day ready Yes
How this was determined (model-generated): Train controller is employer-certified (KiwiRail), no public licence in snippet; entry-level on-the-job training sufficient; proposal stands.
Entry Requirements
- A New Zealand Register Level 2 or 3 qualification or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4). In some instances relevant experience may be required in addition to the formal qualification. For entry-level positions on-the-job training may be sufficient.
Further Comments
- There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.