Materials Handler

Their duties often include unloading deliveries, inspecting materials for damage or defects, organizing stock in designated areas, and preparing materials for shipment. They use equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand tools to move heavy or bulky items safely and efficiently.

Materials Handlers also maintain accurate records of inventory and may assist in quality control checks to ensure materials meet required standards. Strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and adherence to workplace safety protocols are essential for this role.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a materials handler?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT35115

Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting
On Campus
6 months
$0 - $7,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dental Lab Assistant Prosthetic Technician Dental Technician
Materials Handler Laboratory Support Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Dental Lab Assistant Prosthetic Technician Dental Technician Materials Handler Laboratory Support Worker + 2 more
RIIHAN201E

Operate a Forklift
On Campus
1 day
$0 - $350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forklift Driver Warehouse Assistant Inventory Controller
Materials Handler Storeperson
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forklift Driver Warehouse Assistant Inventory Controller Materials Handler Storeperson + 2 more
RIIHAN309F

Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 5 days
$0 - $1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Materials Handler Civil Construction Plant Operator
Forklift Driver Warehouse Supervisor Logistics Coordinator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Materials Handler Civil Construction Plant Operator Forklift Driver Warehouse Supervisor Logistics Coordinator + 3 more
RIIMPO304E

Conduct Wheel Loader Operations
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 3 days
$0 - $1,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Civil Construction Plant Operator Materials Handler
Road Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Civil Construction Plant Operator Materials Handler Road Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker + 2 more
TLILIC0011

Licence to Operate a Reach Stacker (Greater Than 3 Tonnes Capacity)
Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 5 days
$0 - $2,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Materials Handler Freight Handler
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Materials Handler Freight Handler
11249NAT

Course in Licensing for Non-Slewing Telehandler Operations with a Rated Capacity Over 3 Tonnes
On Campus, Traineeship
3 days
$0 - $1,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Construction Labourer Machine Operator
Road Construction Worker Materials Handler
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Construction Labourer Machine Operator Road Construction Worker Materials Handler + 2 more
TLID0016

Operate a Forklift
Blended, On Campus
2 - 3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forklift Driver Inventory Controller Materials Handler
Storeperson Warehouse Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forklift Driver Inventory Controller Materials Handler Storeperson Warehouse Assistant + 2 more
FBP30921

Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations (Bottling and Packaging)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Worker Warehouse Operator Machine Operator
Forklift Driver Materials Handler Compliance Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Worker Warehouse Operator Machine Operator Forklift Driver Materials Handler Compliance Officer + 3 more
FBP30921

Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations (Cellar Operations)
Traineeship
24 months
$12,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Vineyard Worker Logistics Coordinator
Laboratory Assistant Materials Handler
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Assistant Vineyard Worker Logistics Coordinator Laboratory Assistant Materials Handler + 2 more
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