Other drivers and transport operatives not elsewhere classified. SOC 8239

Typical tasks

• checks that vehicles run as scheduled, monitors number of passengers travelling particular routes and makes recommendations for improvement of services
• organises relief and replacement crews as necessary, ensures compliance with regulations regarding the carrying of passengers and luggage, and submits reports of any irregularities
• checks that goods have been correctly loaded into vehicle, monitors and records information from tachograph, and arranges for servicing, refuelling, cleaning and repair of depot vehicles
• operates and maintains lighthouses and navigational lights in harbours, and assists in mooring craft
• operates and maintains locks, opens and closes moving bridges across inland waterways and docks, and measures depth of water in canals, rivers, etc. to determine possible dumping or dredging sites
• guides horses or ponies and drives horse drawn vehicles to transport goods and passengers

Typical entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements. Training is provided both Off and on-the-job. In some areas relevant vocational qualifications are available at level 2 and 3.