Train manager, Kaiwhakahaere tīkiti tereina
Also known as
- Senior conductor, train master, train guard, railway ticket inspector
Train managers are responsible for passenger comfort and safety and the collection of tickets or fares on trains.
Duration
2:05 mins
Your pay could be
$64K
Lower
$84K to $109K
Most common
$122K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Train managers
- usually work shifts, including weekends and evenings
- usually work on trains and at railway yards and travel locally and nationally
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be responsible, safety conscious and communicate well
Tasks
- manage passenger fares and tickets and give change
- issue and clip tickets
- help store hand luggage
- attend to passenger needs
- conduct safety checks on trains prior to departure
- let passengers in and out of trains
- communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement
- direct emergency management activities
- receive information or instructions for performing work assignments
- direct passenger or freight transport activities
Enterprising
Practical
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to train on the job to become a train manager and experience and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- to complete on-the-job training courses
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
- a New Zealand Certificate in Rail Operations (Train Manager) (Level 3)
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- a First Aid Certificate
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specfic NCEA levels for this job.
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