Automated cable vehicle controller

Automated cable vehicle controllers operate systems and control boards keeping under the control the operations of a varied array of modes of transport operated by cable. They can operate aerial cabins, telphers, funiculars, etc. They ensure continuous operations and intervene in the operations when unforeseen situations occur.

The following job titles also refer to automated cable vehicle controller:

cable propelled vehicle controller
controller of automated cable vehicles
cable propelled vehicle operator
cable car operator
cable car controller
automated cable vehicle operator

A high school diploma is generally the minimum required to work as an automated cable vehicle controller.

ISCO skill level is defined as a function of the complexity and range of tasks and duties to be performed in an occupation. It is measured on a scale from 1 to 4, with 1 the lowest level and 4 the highest, by considering:

• the nature of the work performed in an occupation in relation to the characteristic tasks and duties
• the level of formal education required for competent performance of the tasks and duties involved and
• the amount of informal on-the-job training and/or previous experience in a related occupation required for competent performance of these tasks and duties.

Automated cable vehicle controller is a Skill level 2 occupation.

These occupations, although different, require a lot of knowledge and skills similar to automated cable vehicle controller.

level crossing signalperson
tram controller
bus driver
trolley bus driver
tram driver

These occupations require some skills and knowledge of automated cable vehicle controller. They also require other skills and knowledge, but at a higher ISCO skill level, meaning these occupations are accessible from a position of automated cable vehicle controller with a significant experience and/or extensive training.

aviation safety officer
transport health and safety inspector
skipper
flight operations officer
rolling stock inspector

This knowledge should be acquired through learning to fulfill the role of automated cable vehicle controller.

• Health and safety measures in transportation: The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.
• On board hazards: Prevent on board (electrical) hazards and effectively deal with them should they occur; ensure safe embarkation and disembarkation of the vessel.
• Cable-propelled transit: Understand cable-propelled transit (CPT) and its underlying principles. Know that these are systems of engine-less vehicles propelled by a steel cable.

These skills are necessary for the role of automated cable vehicle controller.

• Communicate verbal instructions: Communicate transparent instructions. Ensure that messages are understood and followed correctly.
• 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.
• Follow signalling instructions: Follow signalling instructions throughout the journey. Comprehend the technical language used by signallers and adhere to instructions given by them.
• Inspect crane equipment: Inspect the suitability of cables, pulleys, and grappling devices that form parts of cranes. Ensure the ongoing maintenance of this equipment.
• Adhere to transportation work schedule: Adhere to assigned work schedule as prepared by the transportation company.

This knowledge is sometimes, but not always, required for the role of automated cable vehicle controller. However, mastering this knowledge allows you to have more opportunities for career development.

• Passenger transport regulations: Have knowledge of passenger transport conventions and regulations.

These skills and competences are sometimes, but not always, required for the role of automated cable vehicle controller. However, mastering these skills and competences allows you to have more opportunities for career development.

• Restrict passenger access to specific areas on board: Delimit access points for passengers on board and implement an effective protection system; prevent unauthorised access to restricted areas at all times.
• Operate bottom supported cable-propelled vehicles: Operate bottom supported cable propelled vehicles such as funiculars, cable liners and mini metros. Oversee the traffic in the system in order to ensure fluent movement of vehicles throughout the infrastructure.
• Ensure passenger comfort: Ensure the safety and comfort of train passengers; help passengers to get on and off the train using any mechanical aids as necessary. Respond to passengers requests and pursue maximum customer satisfaction.
• Operate top supported cable-propelled vehicles: Operate top supported cable propelled vehicles such as monocables, gondolas, aerial trams, funitels, and pulsed gondolas. Oversee the traffic in the system in order to ensure fluent movement of vehicles throughout the infrastructure.
• Analyse reports provided by passengers: Analyse reports submitted by passengers (i.e. on unforeseen occurrences or incidents such as vandalism or theft) in order to inform strategic decision making.
• Operate railway control panels: Operate various types of railway control panels such as Individual Function Switch (IFS), One Control Switch (OCS) or Entrance Exit (NX).

8343 – Crane, hoist and related plant operators

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References

1. Automated cable vehicle controller – ESCO
2. Featured image: By Emirates Cable Car across the River Thames by Christine Matthews, CC BY-SA 2.0