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A Tram Driver operates trams to transport passengers around an urban setting. You’ll drop off and pick up passengers at set locations and will need to stick to a tram schedule. Tram Drivers check traffic and safety signals and ensure passengers are being safe while travelling, boarding and disembarking.
Tram Drivers should be good communicators and be able to follow correct procedures at all times. It’s important you have excellent situational awareness and can remain calm during challenging situations. Tram Drivers must be safety focused and able to respond quickly to changing circumstances. You should be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Tram Driver.
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Become a qualified tram driver with the TLI31421 Certificate III in Light Rail Driving. This nationally recognised certificate will teach you how to operate and drive an electric passenger tram, including pre-op inspections, starting, berthing and vehicle shutdown. The course also covers: work health and safety protocols, fatigue management, accident-emergency procedures, communication systems, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, tram driving competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Tram Driver generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has experienced stable employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 1,300 people working as a Tram Driver in Australia. Tram Drivers may find work in larger towns and cities where tram networks are operating.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Tram Driver, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Rail Driving. You’ll develop the skills to work as a tram driver or monorail operator. You’ll cover a range of topics including using communication systems, following safety protocols, applying fatigue management strategies, responding to emergencies, and inspecting and assessing the operational capacity of rail vehicles.
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