NKPD code: 8311
Locomotive engine drivers drive or assist in driving locomotives to transport passengers and freight. Locomotive engine drivers perform the following main tasks: • driving or assisting in driving steam, diesel or electric locomotives; • driving underground or surface passenger trains; • driving locomotives to haul freight in underground and surface mines or quarries; • observing railway signals to ensure safe operation; • operating communication systems to communicate with train crews and traffic controllers to ensure safe operation and adherence to train schedules. Examples of occupations in this unit group: – Depot master – Driver, railcar, draisine – Driver, locomotive – Driver, underground railway, metro – Driver, railcar in mines – Assistant driver Excludes: – Tram driver – 8331