Travel Attendants
Snapshot
Travel Attendants provide services for the safety and comfort of passengers in aircraft, ships and railway sleeping cars.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 8100 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $1057 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | low |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | average |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- 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
Job Titles
- Flight Attendant
- Travel Attendants