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Unit Group

1725 Transport Service Managers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

1725 Transport Service Managers

Organise and control the buying, selling and leasing of vehicles, the operations of railway stations, and the operations of enterprises that operate fleets of vehicles to transport goods and passengers.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
Occupation

172531 Fleet Manager

Organises and controls the buying, selling and leasing of vehicles for rental agencies, logistics and delivery companies, public transport providers, corporate fleets, construction companies and government agencies.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Transport Company Managers are excluded from this occupation. Transport Company Managers are included in Occupation 172533 Transport Company Manager.

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Determines vehicle requirements
  • Sources and negotiates the purchase or lease of vehicles
  • Coordinates the sale or disposal of vehicles
  • Manages a fleet of vehicles, ensuring they are properly maintained and serviced
  • Monitors and controls vehicle usage and costs
  • Provides advice and guidance to rental agencies and leasing companies on vehicle selection and acquisition
  • Manages and maintains records related to vehicle transactions
  • Conducts market research to identify trends in the vehicle rental and leasing industry
Occupation

172532 Railway Station Manager

Organises and controls the operations of a railway station.

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Ensures the safe and efficient daily operations of a railway station
  • Reports failures and delays, and takes appropriate action to ensure customers have access to timely, concise and accurate information
  • Coordinates and supervises railway station staff, including rostering and training
  • Monitors and oversees the maintenance of railway station facilities including platforms, waiting areas and ticketing systems
  • Conducts regular inspections of railway station facilities and equipment to identify maintenance needs, and organises repairs as required
  • Handles customer enquiries, incidents, complaints and requests for assistance
  • Prepares reports on railway station performance, including passenger numbers, revenue and service disruptions
Occupation

172533 Transport Company Manager

Organises and controls the operations of an enterprise that operates a fleet of vehicles to transport goods and passengers.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Fleet Managers are excluded from this occupation. Fleet Managers are included in Occupation 172531 Fleet Manager.

Specialisations

  • Bus Company Manager
  • Car Rental Agency Manager

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Plans and coordinates the transportation of goods and passengers
  • Develops and implements operational policies and procedures for the transport company
  • Negotiates contracts with clients and suppliers
  • Manages the scheduling and allocation of vehicles and drivers
  • Manages and supervises the activities of drivers and other staff, ensuring compliance with road safety regulations and legislation
  • Oversees the maintenance and repair of vehicles in the fleet
  • Monitors and analyses the financial performance of the transport company