road traffic laws
The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.
Armoured car drivers drive the armoured car to transfer valuable items, such as money, to different locations. They never leave the car. They work in cooperation with the armoured car guards who deliver the valuables to their final recipients. Armoured car drivers ensure vehicle security at all times by following company policies.
Competences and skills
37 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
3 competencessecurity threats
Types of cyber or physical security threats to public and private security such as unauthorised entry, aggressive behaviour, molestation, robbery, theft, hacking, malware, phishing, identity theft, assault, kidnapping, murder and public demonstration.
transport topography
Knowledge of the local transport topography, including roads, traffic hotspots, and alternative routes to reach a destination.
Essential skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesadhere to transportation work schedule
Adhere to assigned work schedule as prepared by the transportation company.
control the performance of the vehicle
Understand and anticipate the performance and behaviour of a vehicle. Comprehend concepts such as lateral stability, acceleration, and braking distance.
maintain vehicle delivery documentation
Ensure that vehicle delivery documents are made up accurately and on time.
use modern electronic navigational aids
Use modern navigational aids such as GPS and radar systems.
digital
Cross-sector
13 competencesdrive vehicles
Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.
ensure regulatory compliance concerning distribution activities
Meet the rules, policies and laws that govern transportation and distribution activities.
handle delivered packages
Administer delivered packages and ensure that they reach their destination on time.
identify security threats
Identify security threats during investigations, inspections, or patrols, and perform the necessary actions to minimise or neutralise the threat.
interpret traffic signals
Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.
keep time accurately
Measure the passage of time, often with the assistance of a clock or stopwatch.
lift heavy weights
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
load cargo
Gather goods to be transported and place them in a transportation vehicle.
manage cash transportation
Manage the appropriate and safe transportation of cash.
operate GPS systems
Use GPS Systems.
digital
practice vigilance
Practice vigilance during patrol or other surveillance activities in order to ensure safety and security, to look out for suspicious behaviour or other alarming changes in patterns or activities, and to respond quickly to these changes.
provide secured transportation
Manage secured transportation of cash or other valuable cargo, like securities, jewellery or important individuals.
stay alert
Stay focused and alert at all times; react quickly in the case of unexpected events. Concentrate and do not get distracted performing a task over a long period of time.
Optional skills and competences 17 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesanalyse road traffic patterns
Determine the most efficient road traffic patterns and peak times in order to increase schedule efficiency.
apply advanced driving techniques
Being capable to effectively steer a vehicle in extreme situations using defensive, evasive or offensive driving.
ensure vehicle operability
Keep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.
Cross-sector
14 competencescomply with the principles of self-defence
Observe the principles according to which a person should only use so much force as is required to repel an attack. The use of deadly force is limited to situations where attackers are using deadly force themselves.
coordinate transportation
Scheduling of transportation operations.
deal with aggressive behaviour
Respond promptly to adverse behaviour in a professional manner by taking appropriate and legal action to prevent further aggressiveness, such as verbal warning, lawful removal from the premises or apprehension of the person involved. Report details of adverse behaviour in line with the organisation’s procedures.
ensure compliance with types of weapons
Comply with legal requirements when using different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition.
handle surveillance equipment
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
liaise with security authorities
Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.
manage major incidents
Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.
manage theft prevention
Apply theft and robbery prevention; monitor security surveillance equipment; enforce security procedures if needed.
operate radio equipment
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.
digital
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.;
provide first aid
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
react calmly in stressful situations
React quickly, calmly, and safely to unexpected situations; provide a solution that solves the problem or diminishes its impact.
read maps
Read maps effectively.
unload cargo
Handle safe unloading of goods from transportation vehicles.