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7112 Bus and Coach Drivers

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

7112 Bus and Coach Drivers

Drive buses and coaches to transport passengers over established routes and to points of interest.

OSCA skill level

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

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
Occupation

711231 Bus Driver

Drives a bus to transport passengers short distances on scheduled intra-city services over established routes.

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisation

  • School Bus Driver

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Drives a bus to transport passengers over established routes while adhering to traffic regulations
  • Stops at set locations to enable passengers to board and alight
  • Assists passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus
  • Collects fares and issues tickets, and monitors electronic payment
  • Provides information to passengers regarding routes, schedules and fares
  • Monitors and ensures the safety of passengers during transit, and maintains the orderly conduct of passengers
  • Completes required paperwork and documentation, such as daily logs and incident reports
Occupation

711232 Charter and Tour Bus Driver

Drives a coach to transport passengers on sightseeing, educational and other tours.

Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisation

  • Coach Tour Driver

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Plans and organises tour itineraries and routes
  • Drives a coach to transport passengers to destinations
  • Assists passengers with boarding and disembarking the coach
  • Provides commentary and information to passengers about points of interest
  • Handles customer enquiries and resolves any issues or complaints
  • Keeps records of milage, fuel consumption and passenger numbers for reporting purposes
Occupation

711233 Passenger Coach Driver

Drives a coach to transport passengers long distances on scheduled intercity services over established routes.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Drives a coach to transport passengers on scheduled services
  • Adheres to established routes and schedules
  • Assists passengers with boarding and disembarking the coach
  • Collects fares, issues tickets to passengers, and monitors an automated ticketing machine
  • Provides information and assistance to passengers regarding routes, schedules and destinations
  • Communicates with dispatch or control centre to report any delays or incidents
  • Adheres to road safety regulations and legislation, including the completion of relevant log books