All careers

Loader Operator Courses in Shepparton

A Loader Operator moves materials on-site using various machinery, ensuring safety, teamwork, and time management, with roles in industries like forestry and mining.

    • AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

      Explore all careers
  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
      • ACT
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Loader Operator in Shepparton?

Get qualified to work as a Loader Operator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Loader Operator generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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.

Author Image Courses.com.au Team

The number of people working in this industry has dropped slightly in recent years. There are currently 5,200 people employed as a Loader Operator in Australia, compared to 6,300 five years ago. Loader Operators may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

Author Image Courses.com.au Team

A Certificate II in Harvesting and Haulage is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Loader Operator. This course will give you the skills to work on a forestry harvest crew and allows you to specialise in areas such as harvest operations, fire control, warehousing, grading and testing, safety, quality and business administration.

Author Image Courses.com.au Team

Further reading

Choosing a security licence course in Australia: A step-by-step guide for jobseekers

10th November 2023

How to start a career in Logistics

14th October 2021

Most popular transport and logistics courses

1st August 2022

Loader Operator careers

If you’re looking to kickstart your career in the construction industry, our selection of Loader Operator courses in Shepparton is the perfect place to begin. With 13 beginner courses available, including the Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations and the Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations, you can gain the foundational skills needed to excel as a Loader Operator. These courses are delivered by reputable training providers in Shepparton, such as 1 Stop and 1SDS, ensuring you receive quality training backed by industry standards.

Becoming a Loader Operator opens up a world of opportunities in various fields, with related job roles including Construction Labourer, General Labourer, and Construction Manager. In addition to the technical skills acquired through the courses, job placements and networking opportunities are often available, helping you further your career in the booming construction industry in the Shepparton area. Explore our comprehensive list of courses such as the Conduct Wheel Loader Operations to find the right fit for you.

The Loader Operator career path also connects to wider fields of study, including Building and Construction courses and Civil Construction. With a diverse range of courses available right here in Shepparton, aspiring Loader Operators can equip themselves with the necessary skills to succeed in a variety of contexts. Whether you’re looking at the Follow Work Health and Safety Procedures or the Conduct Civil Construction Skid Steer Loader Operations, there is a pathway for you to achieve your career goals within this essential sector.