Bus operation manager
ばすうんこうかんりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Transportation and Postal Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Transportation Operations Clerks
Summary
In bus companies, this role involves formulating operation plans, managing crew, safety management, monitoring operation status, and more, supporting safe and smooth bus operations.
Description
Bus operation managers create operation plans (timetables) and crew rosters for each route, assign crew duties, conduct roll calls, and perform safety checks. During operations, they monitor delays and vehicle issues using the operation management system, handle emergency responses, and coordinate with relevant organizations. Through compliance with laws and transport regulations, maintaining safe operations, and proposing improvements based on operation data analysis, they provide users with safe and comfortable transportation services.
Future Outlook
With driver shortages and labor securing challenges due to declining birthrates and aging population, the importance of operation management is increasing. Efficiency improvements and automation using IT, as well as the introduction of safety management technologies, are expected.
Personality Traits
Attention to detail / Calm judgment / Good coordination skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Emergency response / Field checks / Office work / Shift work
Career Path
Operation management assistant → Bus operation manager → Operation manager (other transport) → Safety management staff → Operation department manager
Required Skills
Data analysis / Operation management / Operation management system operation / Roll call implementation / Safety management knowledge / Schedule management
Recommended Skills
Communication tool utilization / Excel operation / GIS / Risk management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Critical because errors are not tolerated in legal compliance and safety management. |
| Communication Skills | Frequent coordination with crew and other departments requires smooth interpersonal communication. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for efficiently allocating multiple routes and crew. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress tolerance is required due to frequent emergencies like delays or accidents. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since operations follow established plans, there is little need for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Large vehicle class 1 driver's license
- Operation manager (specific passenger)
- Operation manager basic training
Aliases
- Bus operation manager
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