Shipping Officer Courses
A Shipping Officer coordinates freight transport, manages paperwork, and schedules operations, requiring strong organisational and communication skills.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Shipping Officer
Get qualified to work as a Shipping Officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
TLI30319
Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The TLI30319 Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations is a nationally recognised qualification for warehouse and purchasing officers who need to level-up their administration skills. Over 12 months of study with a professional trainer you will learn how to organise receival and despatch operations with correct records and paperwork. The course also covers essential work health and safety procedures including manual handling and safe lifting.
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Duration
12 months - 18 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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TLI21810
There is a huge demand for people with qualifications in logistics and a Certificate II in Logistics (TLI21810) is the perfect entry point. Students gain foundational knowledge including operational safety, customer service, and workplace diversity -- as well as technical skills in stock and cargo handling. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities and course intakes.
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TLI21815
A Certificate II in Logistics TLI21815 is an entry level certificate for students wanting to get started in logistics. This qualification teaches students the basics of handling stocks and cargo, dealing with customers, and staying safe at work.
The Certificate II in Logistics TLI21815 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Transport and Logistics Training Package.
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TLI31321
Become an international freight forwarder with the TLI31321 Certificate III in International Freight Forwarding (Operator). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to organise international transport for freight, including importing and exporting documents and electronic data interchange. The course also covers: freight forwarding information and customer service, communicating with your work team, Chain of Responsibility, preparing cargo for export, Dangerous Goods, and much more. Enq...
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How much does a Shipping Officer earn?
In Australia, a full time Shipping Officer generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 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.
What are the job opportunities for a Shipping Officer?
The number of people employed in this field has grown moderately over the last five years. There are currently 11,800 people working in this industry and many of them specialise as a Shipping Officer. Shipping Officers usually find work in larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Shipping Officer?
If you’re interested in a career as a Shipping Officer, a Certificate III in Logistics is an ideal qualification to have. This course covers a range of topics including using an inventory system, organising stock control and ordering and receiving systems. You could also consider a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations.
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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.
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