- Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
- Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
- Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
- Announce stops to passengers.
- Assist
Tram driver | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Tram drivers take passengers to and from destinations, following a set timetable.
Tram drivers typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.
As a Tram driver you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 57,323 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Tram driver
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57,703 GBP
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54,240 GBP
Average salary for part-time Tram driver
Average salary for full-time Tram driver
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32,805 GBP
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57,323 GBP
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54,240 GBP
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57,703 GBP
Salary over time for Tram driver
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47,669 GBP
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49,137 GBP
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49,403 GBP
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52,518 GBP
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54,261 GBP
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57,904 GBP
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57,323 GBP
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58,256 GBP
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Future outlook for Tram drivers
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3% yearly wage growth (on average)
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Tram driver and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
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Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people
Things to highlight for your Tram driver interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
