Passenger attendant, Tūmau waka rerewhenua
Also known as
- Cabin attendant, train ticket collector, onboard hospitality attendant, ship steward, bus ticket inspector, railway guard, travel attendant
Passenger attendants provide services to passengers so they are safe and comfortable on ferries, buses, trains and at stations and terminals. They may collect tickets or fares from passengers.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$28 to $42
Most common
$58
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Passenger attendants
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts, including nights and weekends
- usually work on ferries, buses, trains and at transport terminals
- need to be safety conscious, work well under pressure and communicate well
Tasks
- make sure passengers are comfortable and safe
- help passengers board buses, ferries and trains
- collect and check tickets and fares
- give travel and route information
- follow vehicle safety rules
- signal drivers when to move
- move luggage and supplies
- record travel details
Practical
Social
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- to complete an on-the-job training course
You may need
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- a First Aid Certificate
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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