Wollongong

Shipping Officer

A Shipping Officer organises transport of freight through a range of shipping services. You might process orders and manage paperwork or you might schedule shipping operations. A Shipping Officer, or Shipping Clerk, Freight Officer or Shipping and Receiving Clerk, might arrange shipping through an internal fleet of transport vehicles or liaise with external transport organisations.

Shipping Officers should be organised and have excellent problem solving abilities. It’s important that you can manage your time well and prioritise tasks when needed. Shipping Officers should be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues. You’ll need to be flexible and be able to manage several tasks at one time.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a shipping officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
TLI30321

Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations

Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
TLI30321

Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing Operations)

Online
12 months
$2,880
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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