Vending Machine Attendants, also known as Vending Machine Refillers, play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of vending and amusement machines in Australia. These professionals are responsible for stocking and maintaining the machines, as well as collecting money from coin boxes.

Indicative Skill Level:

The skill level required for most occupations in this unit group is commensurate with the qualifications outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

For some occupations, a short period of on-the-job training may be required, in addition to or instead of the formal qualification. In certain instances, no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be necessary.

Tasks Include:

• Loading, unloading, and transporting stock and equipment
• Replenishing vending machines with stock
• Clearing money from machines, accounting for money collected, and checking monitoring systems
• Keeping stock records, as well as machine maintenance and repair records
• Testing vending machines' dispensing, coin-handling, electrical, refrigeration, carbonation, and ice-making systems
• Adjusting and repairing vending machines and replacing defective mechanical and electrical parts using hand tools and soldering irons

Occupation:

• 899711 Vending Machine Attendant

Specialisation:

• Poker Machine Attendant

Vending Machine Attendants, or Vending Machine Refillers, are essential in ensuring that vending and amusement machines are constantly stocked and operational. Their tasks include loading, unloading, and transporting stock and equipment, as well as replenishing vending machines with stock. They are also responsible for clearing money from machines, accounting for the money collected, and checking monitoring systems.

These professionals maintain stock records, as well as machine maintenance and repair records. They may even test vending machines' dispensing, coin-handling, electrical, refrigeration, carbonation, and ice-making systems. In cases where machines need adjustment or repair, vending machine attendants utilize hand tools and soldering irons to replace defective mechanical and electrical parts.

The skill level required for this occupation is typically an AQF Certificate I or compulsory secondary education. However, for some positions, a short period of on-the-job training may be required instead of or in addition to formal qualifications. In New Zealand, an NZQF Level 1 qualification or compulsory secondary education is considered equivalent.

Vending Machine Attendants may also specialize as Poker Machine Attendants, further showcasing their versatility in the field. Their dedication ensures that vending and amusement machines are always well-stocked and ready to provide convenience and entertainment to the public.