732935 Railway Signal Operator

Railway Shunters are excluded from this occupation. Railway Shunters are included in Occupation 741934 Railway Shunter.

• Interprets movement orders and timetables to monitor train movements and the arrangement of rolling stock
• Operates control panels and switches to control the movement of trains
• Communicates with train drivers and other railway personnel using radios and communication systems
• Notifies control centres of delays or accidents
• Operates railway turntables to change the direction of rolling stock
• Inspects railway signals and equipment, and reports faults and malfunctions