Train Controllers manage the safe and efficient path of trains in a defined geographical area of responsibility.  They set priorities and:

• oversee signallers
• manage train services
• give authority for work to be conducted on tracks
• give authority for trains to proceed
• manage incidents by liaising with relevant operators and maintenance representatives
• respond to equipment failures and warning alarms
• give relevant information to other train controllers and signallers
• report breaches to relevant authorities
• maintain relevant network records and reports

See also signaller.