Bus and Coach Drivers (ANZSCO 7312)
Bus and Coach Drivers (ANZSCO 7312) are professionals who drive buses and coaches to transport passengers over established and special routes.
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit 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. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- 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
Occupations:
- 731211 Bus Driver
- 731212 Charter and Tour Bus Driver
- 731213 Passenger Coach Driver
731211 Bus Driver
Drives a bus to transport passengers short distances on scheduled intra-city services over established routes. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 4
Specialisations:
- Minibus Driver
- School Bus Driver
731212 Charter and Tour Bus Driver
Drives a coach to transport passengers on sightseeing, educational, and other tours. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 4
Specialisation:
- Coach Tour Driver
731213 Passenger Coach Driver
Drives a coach to transport passengers long distances on scheduled intercity services over established routes. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 4
Unit Groups
- Bus Driver (ANZSCO 731211)
- Charter and Tour Bus Driver (ANZSCO 731212)
- Passenger Coach Driver (ANZSCO 731213)