4517 Travel Attendants

Travel Attendants provide services for the safety and comfort of passengers in aircraft, ships and railway sleeping cars.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

The occupation Flight Attendant in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3); or

    In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job-training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

    Tasks Include:

    • managing safety and emergency procedures and making public announcements
    • coordinating the sale of goods to passengers and completion of any customs and immigration documentation which may be required
    • conducting safety checks and demonstrations of safety equipment and procedures
    • assisting passengers in emergency drills, carrying out emergency procedures, assisting and directing passengers in emergencies
    • checking passengers’ tickets and directing them to seats and cabins
    • tidying aircraft, ship and railway cabins, and receiving and stowing food, equipment and cabin baggage
    • operating galleys, preparing and heating food for passengers, and serving refreshments and meals
    • distributing reading material, pillows, blankets and other amenities for the comfort of passengers

    Occupations:

    • 451711 Flight Attendant

    451711 Flight Attendant

    Alternative Title:

    • Cabin Crew

    Provides services for the safety and comfort of aircraft passengers.

    Skill Level: 3

    Specialisations:

    • Cabin Supervisor (Aircraft)
    • Crew Attendant (Air Force)