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6319 Other Sales Assistants and Salespersons

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

6319 Other Sales Assistants and Salespersons

This unit group covers Sales Assistants and Salespersons not elsewhere classified. It includes Door-to-door Salespersons, Materials Recyclers, Rental Salespersons and Street Vendors.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
Occupation

631931 Door-to-door Salesperson

Sells goods or services door-to-door.

Specialisations

  • Door-to-door Fundraising Collector
  • Party Plan Salesperson

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Identifies potential customers in designated areas
  • Demonstrates and explains products, features and services
  • Addresses customer questions and concerns
  • Processes orders and payments
  • Follows up with customers to ensure their satisfaction
  • Keeps records of sales and interactions
  • Attends sales meetings and training sessions
  • Collaborates with team members to achieve sales targets
Occupation

631932 Materials Recycler

Salvages materials from industrial, commercial and private establishments for resale.

Alternative title

  • Scrap Materials Buyer

Specialisations

  • Automotive Dismantler
  • Bottle Dealer
  • Waste Recycler

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Identifies, collects and assesses quality of recyclable materials from industrial, commercial and private establishments
  • Sorts and separates recyclable materials according to type and quality
  • Cleans and prepares recyclable materials for resale
  • Determines the market value of recyclable materials and negotiates prices with buyers
  • Maintains records of materials collected, processed and sold
  • Implements and maintains recycling programs in collaboration with local authorities and businesses
Occupation

631933 Rental Salesperson

Rents goods and equipment to individuals and businesses.

Alternative title

  • Rental Sales Agent

Specialisations

  • Car Rental Sales Assistant
  • Ski Equipment Hire Sales Assistant

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Assesses rental needs of individuals and businesses
  • Checks prices and provides information and advice on available rental options
  • Prepares rental agreements and contracts
  • Inspects and maintains rental goods and equipment
  • Demonstrates the use and operation of rental goods and equipment
  • Processes rental payments and manages rental accounts
  • Resolves customer complaints and issues related to rentals
  • Uses business systems to coordinate delivery times and pickup of rental goods and equipment
  • Monitors rental inventory and restocks as necessary
  • Keeps records of rental transactions and maintains rental database
Occupation

631934 Street Vendor

Sells goods or services to customers at a street or market location.

Specialisations

  • Coffee Van Vendor
  • Food Truck Operator
  • Market Stall Vendor

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Sets up and arranges goods, or prepares food, for sale at a street or market location
  • Advertises and promotes products to attract customers
  • Demonstrates and explains the features and benefits of products to customers
  • Maintains inventory levels and restocks products as needed
  • Keeps records of sales and inventory for reporting purposes
  • Follows health and safety regulations, and maintains a clean and hygienic work environment
Occupation

631999 Sales Assistants and Salespersons nec

This occupation group covers Sales Assistants and Salespersons not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 5

Occupations in this group include:

  • Agricultural Products Salesperson
  • Carpet Measurer
  • E-Commerce Sales Assistant
  • Lotteries Agent
  • Swimming Pool Salesperson
  • Wine Broker