Driving skill
Bus Captains must be able to drive bus.
Bus Captains
Descriptions & Duties
- Bus Captains drive buses to transport passengers between various places.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Professional qualification
- A valid driving license; class 9/10 (private bus/public bus), class 17 (public bus-franchised)
Other specific requirements
- For the holders of a valid driving license (class 1) for at least 3 years, some bus companies will arrange driving training courses for them to obtain driving licence (public bus)
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$40,000
Work Environment
- Bus Captains work shifts often including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays. They often drive through heavy traffic or bad weather.
Tools
- Automotive hydraulic systems
- Wheelchair ramps
