Occupation

899531 Rail Guard or Conductor

Latest release

Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)

Reference period

August 2026

Released

17/08/2026

Next release Unknown

First release

Maintains passenger safety on trains and in railway stations, and checks passenger tickets for train travel.

Railways Assistants are excluded from this occupation. Railways Assistants are included in Occupation 899532 Railways Assistant.

Ensures safe and efficient boarding and disembarking of passengers from trains
Controls crowd movements and ensures the safety of passengers around a railway station
Monitors ticket barriers
Announces the arrival and departure of train services
Assists passengers with information regarding train schedules, delays and any disruptions to services
May check and sell tickets on regional and long-haul services

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