Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

BUS AND COACH DRIVERS 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