Join the Rex Team as a Solo Flight Attendant in Cairns!
Have you ever wanted a career where you're genuinely in charge of your own cabin, your own passengers, and your own daily adventure? Regional Express (Rex), Australia's largest independent regional airline, is looking for self-motivated, warm-hearted individuals to join our team as full-time solo Flight Attendants based in beautiful Cairns.
This isn't your typical cabin crew role. On our Saab 340 aircraft, you'll be the sole flight attendant onboard—meaning you'll own every aspect of the flight, from safety checks to service delivery. It's a position of real responsibility, and it comes with the reward of building genuine connections with passengers as you travel to some of Australia's most unique and remote destinations.
What Makes This Role Different?
Our flight attendants are famous across the industry for their award-winning, warm, and genuine inflight service. That reputation exists because of people like you—people who care, who take pride in their work, and who understand that regional aviation is about more than getting from A to B. It's about making every passenger feel seen, safe, and looked after.
As a solo Flight Attendant based in Cairns, you'll be the captain of your cabin. You'll handle equipment and security checks, make inflight announcements, serve food and beverages, keep the cabin clean and welcoming, and manage any situation that arises—all independently. Yes, it can be demanding, but the team spirit at Rex is strong, and the reward is a career where no two days look the same.
We're Looking for Someone Who Is:
- Independent and self-reliant – comfortable working solo and making decisions on your feet
- Genuinely customer-focused – you care about people and it shows in how you serve
- Detail-oriented and safety-conscious – you never cut corners when it comes to compliance
To Be Considered, You Must Meet These Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- Be no taller than 173 cm (due to aircraft operational constraints)
- Hold a current Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)
- Hold a Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate completed within the last 3 years
- Meet one of the following language proficiency criteria:
- Completed a minimum of 3 years of secondary education in Australia or New Zealand, OR
- Worked in Australia or New Zealand for at least 3 of the last 5 years, OR
- Worked in the UK, Ireland, or the USA for at least 3 of the last 5 years, OR
- Achieved an overall IELTS score of 5.5
- Be able to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC), which requires a police security check
- Be able to swim fully clothed without any flotation device (a swim assessment is part of the process)
- Be flexible with working hours, including holidays, peak periods, early starts, late finishes, and nights away from home
- Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
- Have a natural, genuine willingness to care for and please others
No flying experience? No problem. Rex provides extensive training to get you ready for the skies.
What You Can Expect From Us?
This role offers a rewarding lifestyle with competitive remuneration. Yes, you'll work weekends, public holidays, and shift work—that's the nature of aviation. But you'll also enjoy a genuine work/life balance, a supportive team environment, and the satisfaction of representing an airline that truly values its people.
Ready to Spread Your Wings?
If you're ready to spread your wings as a solo Flight Attendant with Rex in Cairns, we'd love to hear from you.
