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bus route supervisor

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Bus route supervisors coordinate vehicle movements, routes and drivers, and may supervise loading, unloading, and checking of baggage or express shipped by bus.  

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Competences
26
Groups
4
Essential
19
Optional
7

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 4 competences

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Sector-specific

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national road network

The national road transport network with its routes, restrictions, congestion areas, and regulations.

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road transport legislation

The regulations at regional, national, and European level on safety and environmental requirements for road transport operations.

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geographical routes

The interpretation of geographical information such as locations and distances between them.

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road traffic laws

The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.

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Essential skills and competences 15 competences

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manage assignment of bus routes

Supervise the work of others and effectively coordinate the completion of regularly assigned bus routes via various check-in systems.

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monitor condition of local roads

Know local streets and their condition in order to provide efficient and timely transportation services.

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5 competences
comply with policies for trolley bus driving

Comply with all official city policies and procedures in the operation of trolley buses in urban areas.

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investigate road accidents

Investigate road vehicle accidents and conduct post-accident debriefing conferences. Analyse the exact circumstances of the accident and present conclusions to the authorities. Provide recommendations on how future accidents may be prevented.

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match vehicles with routes

Match types of vehicles to transport routes, taking into consideration service frequency, peak transport times, service area covered, and road conditions.

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schedule and dispatch drivers

Schedule and dispatch drivers, working equipment and service vehicles to desired locations as requested by customers; use telephone or radio communication.

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supervise movement of passengers

Oversee embarking and disembarking of travellers; ensure that safety regulations are followed according to specifications.

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Cross-sector

8 competences
analyse work-related written reports

Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.

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communicate verbal instructions

Communicate transparent instructions. Ensure that messages are understood and followed correctly.

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give instructions to staff

Give instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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keep task records

Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.

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monitor drivers

Ensure that drivers meet the legal requirements to operate, arrive at work at required times, present no signs of alcohol or drug abuse, and follow the commissioned itineraries of the day. Monitor drivers to ensure quality work performance and efficiency. Ensure maintenance of record of time expended and distances covered.

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plan schedule

Develop the schedule including procedures, appointments and working hours.

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prepare transportation routes

Prepare routes through the addition or subtraction of routes, making changes to route frequency, and changing the service span of routes. Adjusts routes through providing additional running time to routes, adding additional capacity during periods of overcrowding (or reducing capacity during periods of low passenger numbers), and adjusting departure times in response to changes in circumstances along a given route, thereby ensuring efficient use of resources and achievement of customer relations goals.;

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

1 competence
mechanics of trolley buses

The mechanics of trolley buses. Trolley buses, having electric motors, are more effective than diesel engines in providing torque at start-up, an advantage for climbing steep hills. Unlike combustion engines, electric motors draw power from a central power plant and can be overloaded for short periods without damaging them.

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Optional skills and competences 6 competences

Occupation specific

1 competence
prepare road directions

Explore the different routes to the filming locations. Make notes. Create detailed directions to distribute to cast and crew. Make road signs.

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2 competences
conduct drug abuse tests

Conduct alcohol and drug tests according to government and company policies and procedures. Conducts random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing using basic equipment.

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recruit bus drivers

Recruit bus drivers having assessed their skills following examinations, and with consideration of the feedback of other professionals about the ability of the candidates.

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Cross-sector

3 competences
ensure implementation of safe driving practices

Establish principles and standards of safe driving among staff. Impart information on safe driving practices to staff and ensure that they utilise these in the performance of transport operations.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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write work-related reports

Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.

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