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Pick Packer Courses in Rockingham

A 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.

    • 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.

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  • 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.
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      • 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 Pick Packer in Rockingham?

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

Common questions

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.

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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

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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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Further reading

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Pick Packer careers

If you're looking to kickstart your career in the logistics and warehousing industry, exploring Pick Packer courses in Rockingham is a great first step. With training providers such as South Metropolitan TAFE, which offers a Diploma of Logistics, and YRT, providing a Licence to Operate an Order Picking Forklift Truck course, there's an abundance of local options. These qualifications can significantly enhance your employability in the bustling Rockingham area, where demand for skilledPick Packers continues to grow.

In addition to Pick Packer courses, you may also find interest in related fields of study, such as Transport and Logistics courses. The logistics sector often overlaps with roles like Inventory Controller or Freight Handler, and completing these courses can open up a variety of job opportunities. Rockingham is a vibrant hub of warehousing activity, making these skill sets particularly valuable.

Aside from Pick Packer training, there are numerous related job roles available in the area. If you’re curious about advancing your career, consider roles such as a Warehouse Manager or a Storeperson. Understanding the different pathways available—like becoming a Warehouse Assistant or Warehouse Supervisor—can help you make informed decisions about your career direction. You might even aspire to take on leadership roles such as a Warehouse Leading Hand.

If you want to stay competitive in the logistics job market, investing in your education is essential. With multiple training providers in Rockingham including NT and STES, you can find the right course that suits your needs. Be sure to explore all the Pick Packer courses in Rockingham available on our site, and consider the future roles like Inventory Planner that you could achieve through further training.