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A Freight Handler moves stock in a range of roles in the transport and logistics industries. You might load and unload stock at a warehouse, get stock ready for delivery at a transport facility or move items around a storage operation. You might use equipment such as forklifts to load and move items.
Freight Handlers must be physically fit and able to keep up with the manual labour demands of this role. It’s important that you can focus on safety and work to correct procedures at all times. Freight Handlers should have good teamwork skills and must be able to communicate clearly. You’ll need to be able to handle a range of administrative tasks during your day.
There are 6 courses available for people who want to become a Freight Handler. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
Possible job outcomes:
Get started in logistics and supply chain operations with the TLI30321Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations. This nationally recognised qualification allows you to specialise in logistics or warehousing. Competencies include: shifting materials using correct manual handling methods, ensuring transport chain of responsibility, stock control, loading and unloading goods, securing cargo, maintaining records, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Become a warehouse operator with the TLI30321Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work effectively in warehouse operations. Competencies include: completing receival and despatch paperwork, checking specifications of goods and store items, preparing items for despatch, stocktaking and inventory monitoring, safe lifting and carrying. Enquire now for entry requirements, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
This nationally recognised training is designed to help businesses and individuals build their COVID-SAFE operating plans. Students will learn to follow organisational infection prevention and control policies and procedures, including implementing standard and transmission-based precautions and respond to infection risks in organisations operating in the transport and logistics industry..
Average duration: Half day.
Get a job at a warehouse or truck depot with the TLI20421 Certificate II in Supply Chain Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to safely load and unload trucks and tankers, and complete the necessary documentation. The course covers: site safety and induction, transport chain of responsibility, workplace communication, using business software, picking and processing orders, receiving goods. Enquire now for the full list of study units, warehousing career outcomes, and enrolment opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 6 months.
The TLI20221 Certificate II in Road Transport Terminal Operations is designed for those working in or entering the road transport terminal sector. Participants typically work in teams under managerial supervision, performing tasks involving established routines and procedures. This qualification covers freight handling, use of technology, and other duties, ensuring accountability for work quality. It provides a foundation for career opportunities within the broader road transport industry. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Freight Handler generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has grown moderately in recent years. There are currently 6,900 people employed as a Freight Handler in Australia compared to 6,600 five years ago. Freight Handlers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Freight Handler, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Warehousing Operations. This course will give you the skills to package goods, pick and process orders and complete proper paperwork. You could also consider a Certificate III in Logistics, a Certificate III in Warehousing Operations or a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations.
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Here are some potential career pathways within warehousing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Warehousing
Freight Handler
$960 weekly pay
Pick Packer
Storeperson
Warehouse Assistant
Warehouse Operator
Inventory Controller
$1,250 weekly pay
Inventory Planner
Supply Planner
$1,442 weekly pay
Warehouse Leading Hand
Warehouse Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
Warehouse Supervisor
Inventory Manager
$1,827 weekly pay
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