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 careersA Pick Packer assembles and packages orders in a warehouse, ensures accurate item collection, and notifies customers of stock issues while maintaining strong organisational and time management skills.
Get qualified to work as a Pick Packer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
In Australia, a full time Pick Packer generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 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 strongly in recent years. There are currently 136,500 people employed in this industry and many of them specialise as a Pick Packer. Pick Packers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Pick Packer, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Logistics. This course covers a range of topics including using an inventory system, organising stock control and ordering, receiving and storing stock. A Certificate III in Warehousing Operations may also be appropriate.
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Discover a range of Pick Packer courses in Maryborough that equip you with essential skills for a successful career in logistics and warehousing. With 7 courses available in the Maryborough area, you can choose from beginner options like the Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations TLI30321 and the Licence to Operate an Order Picking Forklift Truck TLILIC0004, both designed to help those with no prior experience start their journey in this vital industry.
For those with a background in logistics, the advanced Diploma of Logistics TLI50224 provides a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management and operations. Training providers such as AST ensure high-quality education to prepare you for roles including Inventory Controller and Warehouse Manager in the bustling Maryborough area, where the growing logistics sector is ripe with opportunities.
Choosing the right course can lead to diverse career paths in the transport and logistics sector. Besides pick packer roles, you may find opportunities as a Freight Handler, Storeperson, or even as a Warehouse Supervisor. With the support of local training providers and a variety of courses tailored to all experience levels, the right path in logistics awaits you. Explore your options today by looking into Transport and Logistics courses or those specifically in Warehousing.