Rail Subsector
RAIL SUBSECTOR
The Rail subsector is associated with:
✇ The transportation of commuters using rail within urban areas
✇ The transportation of commuters using rail between cities in different provinces
✇ The provision of freight logistic solutions designed for organisations in industry-based business segments such as mining and manufacturing
✇ The control, management of railways and rail operations
✇ The maintenance, servicing, repair and testing of locomotives and rolling stock.
OCCUPATIONS IN THE RAIL SUB SECTOR
1. TRANSPORTATION OF COMMUTERS OR FREIGHT
TRAIN DRIVER - Occupational code: 731101
✇ Drive trains in accordance with rules and laws
✇ Ensure safety of passengers
✇ Ensure goods arrive to their destination
✇ Inspect train systems before departure
RAILWAY SIGNAL OPERATOR - Occupational code: 731201
✇ Control the flow of railway traffic over sections of railway lines
✇ Operate signals and switches from control panels or signal boxes.
✇ Couple and uncouple coaches/motor-powered rail cars (wagons)
✇ Control shunt movement of motor-powered rail cars (wagons)
✇ Communicate with Train Control Officer,
✇ Fault-finding and repairing railway equipment
DIESEL ELECTRIC FITTER - Occupational code: 653304
✇ Perform scheduled maintenance, tests and repairs diesel motors used for generating power in ships, locomotives, and other equipment
✇ Diagnosis and repair of electrical systems
✇ Diagnosis and repair of electronic engine management systems
✇ Diagnosis and repair of fuel systems
TRAIN CONTROLLER - Occupational code: 731202
✇ Use computerised systems to control safe movement of trains
✇ Use computers to activate track switches and traffic signals
✇ Supervise yard workers who switches tracks when routing of traffic
✇ Supervise yard workers who couples and uncouples cars (wagons)
RAILWAY STEWARD - Occupational code: 511104
✇ Provides services for the safety and comfort of passengers travelling by train
✇ Check passenger tickets and directing them to their seats and cabins
✇ Make public announcements
OTHER TECHNICAL OCCUPATIONS IN THIS FIELD
✇ Armature Winder
✇ Blacksmith
✇ Civil Engineering
✇ Electromechanician
✇ Mechanical Engineering
✇ Sheet metal worker/Plater
✇ Turner and Machinist
✇ Vehicle Builder
✇ Wagon Fitter
✇ Welder
