Qualification details

Release 2 . This is the second release of this qualification in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package. The following unit has been updated in the general elective group:

• TLIO0005 Provide revenue protection measures.

Release 1 . This is the first release of this qualification in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.

This is a general qualification for a person who drives a light rail train or tram within a metropolitan or suburban transport environment.

It involves a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles 

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

• tram driver
• light rail driver.

No licensing legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

A total of 16 units  of competency comprising:

• 13 core units listed below, plus
• 3 general elective units from the general elective units listed below.

Up to 2 of the general elective units  may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.

Core units 

TLIB0019

Inspect, prepare and start an electric tram

TLIC3032

Operate and monitor a passenger electric tram

TLIC3033

Drive an electric tram to operational requirements

TLIC3034

Berth and shut down an electric tram

TLIE0002

Process workplace documentation

TLIE1003

Participate in basic workplace communication

TLIF0008

Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment

TLIF0025

Follow work health and safety procedures

TLIF2006

Apply accident-emergency procedures

TLIF2010

Apply fatigue management strategies

TLIF4061

Respond to electric tram-driving emergencies and abnormal situations

TLIG0003

Work effectively with others in a team

TLII0005

Apply customer service skills

General elective units 

TLIB2001

Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment

TLIB3002

Test equipment and isolate faults

TLIC3011

Transport passengers with disabilities

TLID0020

Shift materials safely using manual handling methods

TLIE0009

Carry out basic workplace calculations

TLIE2007

Use communications systems

TLIF3058

Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions

TLIG2007

Work in a socially diverse environment

TLIO0005

Provide revenue protection measures

TLIO3012

Manage disruptive and/or unlawful behaviour

TLIP0001

Sell products and services

This qualification replaces and is equivalent to TLI31418 Certificate III in Rail Driving.