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Have you got what it takes?

There are several basic eligibility requirements to meet before you can apply to become an ESTA call-taker or dispatcher.  If you can answer 'yes' to the following statements, then you may have what it takes to become a valued member of ESTA's team.

  1. I am an Australian citizen or permanent resident eligible for employment
  2. I am over 18 years old
  3. I have at least 45wpm at 100 per cent accuracy Take the test.
  4. I would be willing to undergo a National Police Record check, including fingerprinting
  5. I would be willing to undertake a personality test
  6. I would be willing to undertake a hearing test
  7. I am able to read computer screen information quickly and without error
  8. I am able to work rotating rostered hours within 24 hours, 7 days a week
  9. I am capable of staying calm and focussed during highly emotional events
  10. I am able to supply three references from past and current employers
For more information visit our sections on the Selection Process and the ESTA Work Environment.