How do I become a seafood distributor?
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SFI40219
Certificate IV in Seafood Post Harvest Operations
Traineeship
12 months
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- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Common questions
How much does a Seafood Distributor earn?
In Australia, a full time Seafood Distributor generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 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.
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What are the job opportunities for a Seafood Distributor?
There has been stable employment growth in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 1,900 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Seafood Distributor. Seafood Distributors may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities close to the coast.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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How do I become a Seafood Distributor?
If a career as a Seafood Distributor interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This course will give you the skills to take on a supervisor or manager role in the seafood industry. You’ll cover a range of topics including maintaining work health and safety protocols, supervising and maintaining a food safety plan, evaluating batches of seafood, conducting internal audits and managing a product recall.
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