This is a general qualification for a person engaged in basic operations within the rail yard/terminal environment undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Job roles:
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Shunter
Terminal Operator.
Subjects
Requirements for completion of the qualification
A successful assessment outcome for a total of 16 units of competency comprising:
10 core units listed below
plus
6 elective units from the general elective units listed below. Alternatively, up to 3 units may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the unit contributes to the vocational outcome of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.
Employability Skills Summary for TLI22013 Certificate II in Shunting
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Use communication systems and procedures used in shunting
Read and follow relevant, instructions, manuals, notices and signs applicable to their role
Speak clearly and directly on matters related to their role
Complete documents as part of duties, including completion of relevant forms
Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour
Use relevant communication equipment.
Teamwork
Participate in the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise during shunting activities
Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace
Collaborate with others in the course of their work
Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.
Problem solving
Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of their work
Recognise problems that may occur in the course of their work and take appropriate action to report or resolve the problems within limits of responsibility
Recognise hazards and risks in a range of workplace situations and take appropriate precautions.
Initiative and enterprise
Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.
Planning and organising
Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures
Comply with applicable rail and safety regulations and codes of practice
Follow and apply workplace security and safety management systems and safeworking requirements
Collect and interpret information needed in the course of the their work within limits of responsibility
Manage time in the course of their work.
Self management
Interpret and apply applicable instructions and procedures
Follow work plans and schedules
Check own work performance.
Learning
Participate in updating of own knowledge and skills required for shunting activities, in response to any changes in the processes and equipment used in their workplace.
Technology
Operate equipment and use tools required as part of their work role
Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used in their work
Follow and apply the applicable safeworking requirements and WHS/OHS procedures when using equipment and facilities.