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ANZSCO 712918Updated 2026-01-29
Train Controller
National shortage level: Low
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 108k
Weekly earnings: AUD 2080
Salary range: AUD 97k-AUD 119k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
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State distribution
30.9%
NSW
26.8%
QLD
19%
VIC
Education mix
35.2%
certificate iii/ iv
14.8%
year 12
13.5%
year 10 and below
Role overview
Train Controllers oversee the safe movement of trains using computerised train control signalling systems.
What you do
- • Authorises and direct movements of trains.
- • Communicates with locomotive engineers to ensure safe movements of trains.
- • Familiarises themselves with the weight, length and schedules of trains.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: certificate iii/ iv (35.2%)
Recent job ads
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Tasks
- • Authorises and controls any activity taking place on railway tracks, including maintenance work.
- • Authorises and direct movements of trains.
- • Communicates with locomotive engineers to ensure safe movements of trains.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 2080
Annual median: AUD 108k
Range: AUD 97k-AUD 119k