OSCA occupation

711134 Taxi Driver

Drives a taxi to transport passengers to destinations on a metered fee-for-service basis, usually on a short-term hiring arrangement.

Major group: 7 Machinery Operators and Drivers
Unit group: 7111 Automobile Drivers
Edition: OSCA 2024
Skill level: Level 4

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ANZSCO 731112 Taxi Driver Exact correspondence in the ABS table

Role overview

Drives a taxi to transport passengers to destinations on a metered fee-for-service basis, usually on a short-term hiring arrangement.

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Occupation facts

Skill level: 4
Major group: 7 Machinery Operators and Drivers
Sub-major group: 71 Road and Rail Drivers
Minor group: 711 Automobile, Bus and Rail Drivers
Unit group: 7111 Automobile Drivers

Tasks

Receives job requests, including from taxi ranks and kerbside hails
Plans routes to pick up passengers
Drives a taxi to transport passengers to their desired destinations
Assists passengers with loading and unloading luggage or other items
Assists passengers with special requirements to arrive at their desired destination
Uses a meter to display and determine fares, collects payment, and issues a receipt
Maintains cleanliness and roadworthiness of the taxi
Reports any vehicle maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate authorities
Maintains accurate records of trips, including mileage and fares collected

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Compare OSCA 711134 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison point	Current code711134 Taxi Driver	711131 Chauffeur	711132 Oversize Load Pilot Escort
Official role definition	Drives a taxi to transport passengers to destinations on a metered fee-for-service basis, usually on a short-term hiring arrangement.	Drives a limousine, hire car or private car to transport passengers to destinations on a fee-for-service basis, usually on a long-term hiring arrangement.	Drives an escort vehicle to accompany the transportation of oversized loads.
Skill level	Skill Level 4	Skill Level 4	Skill Level 4
Key tasks	Receives job requests, including from taxi ranks and kerbside hails Plans routes to pick up passengers Drives a taxi to transport passengers to their desired destinations Assists passengers with loading and unloading luggage or other items	Drives a limousine, hire car or private car to transport passengers to their desired destinations Ensures the vehicle is clean and well maintained Assists passengers with loading and unloading luggage or other items Provides a high level of customer service, including assisting passengers with special requirements or requests	Plans and conducts route surveys to identify potential obstacles and hazards, such as low power lines and narrow bridges Consults with relevant authorities and obtains necessary permits and approvals Drives an escort vehicle and coordinates the movement of oversize loads Communicates with drivers and provides guidance and assistance during the transportation of oversize loads

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

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Official source: ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed: 2026-04-17

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