Rail operator, Ringa whakahōputu tereina
Also known as
- Railway switching and signalling operator, railway operator, railway shunter, railway traffic operator, railway yard assistant
- , Mataaro Iari Rerewhenua
Rail operators move wagons and locomotives between railway tracks to keep train traffic organised and on schedule.
Your pay could be
$65K
Lower
$77K to $108K
Most common
$132K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Rail operators
- usually work shifts, including weekends and evenings
- usually work at railway yards and may travel locally
- may work in hazardous and all weather conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, safety conscious and work well in a team
Tasks
- Monitor traffic signals.
- Inspect trains or other railroad equipment.
- Operate trains or other rail vehicles.
- Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
- Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.
- Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids.
- Connect hoses to equipment or machinery.
- Connect cables or electrical lines.
- Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
- Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
You learn on the job and need to do training to become a rail operator.
You need
- a driver licence
- to complete on-the-job training courses
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Rail Yard Operations (Level 3)
- experience in similar work
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specfic NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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