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Bus Driver
Occupation Code: 8331
Alternative title: Coach Driver
Job description and duties
Bus Drivers are responsible for driving motor vehicles to transport passengers from one location to another. A Bus Driver is typically expected to:
• Drive passengers to predesignated locations and ensure safety at all times
• Assist passengers depending on their needs, at times operating un/loading ramps, while ensuring that all passengers enter or leave the vehicle safely
• Collect payment for passenger fares, check tickets and bus passes (where applicable)
• Keep the bus clean
• Ensure that destinations are constantly
reached in a timely manner
Work environment
Bus Drivers may work with a private company providing transport services or be self- employed. Drivers typically work on a full-time, shift basis. Part-time opportunities may also be available. Working overtime may also be required. Working hours may include working on weekends and public holidays.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
While there are no specific educational requirements to work as a Bus Driver, applicants are required to be aged 21 years and over and in possession of the following:
• Category B driving licence for over a year • Category D driving licence
In case where applicants are not in possession of the Category D driving licence, training may be provided upon recruitment by the transport service provider.
Knowledge and skills
Bus Drivers are expected to have:
• Driving skills and road safety awareness
• The ability to plan the route according to
requirements
• An accurate sense of direction and
comprehensive visual memory
• Knowledge of the Maltese highway code,
regulations and legislation relevant to drivers and driving
Number of employees (2017)
1,130
Share of foreigners (2017)
30%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+20%
Median Pay (per annum)
€14,000
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