Transport Scheduler Courses
A Transport Scheduler coordinates transport timetables, ensuring operational efficiency while solving problems and communicating effectively with teams.
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 Transport Scheduler
Get qualified to work as a Transport Scheduler with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
TLI40324
Duration
7 months - 15 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
Level-up your career in supply chain operations with the TLI40324 Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to oversee a supply chain operation and allows you to choose specialist elective units that support your career interest areas. Choose from: logistics, purchasing and procurement, transport scheduling, or warehousing. The course covers: transport chain of responsibility, fatigue management procedures, risk management, team leadership, work...
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7 months - 15 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online
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TLI50224
Duration
9 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
The TLI50224 Diploma of Logistics provides a broad range of work skills for managing logistics operations. This qualification enables you to oversee people, freight forwarding, warehouse inventory, transport logistics and safety across various industries. You will develop the ability to apply knowledge independently, make informed decisions, and coordinate teams. Responsibilities may include strategic planning, selecting equipment and services, and managing complex technical tasks. This qualification supp...
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9 weeks - 24 months
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TLIF0006
Duration
Half day - 4 days
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
The Administer a Fatigue Risk Management System involves the skills and knowledge required for road transport schedulers or supervisors/managers to administer a fatigue risk management system within the Transport and Logistics industry. It includes identifying and managing fatigue risks during heavy vehicle driving, operating within a fatigue risk management system, planning trips, updating records, and developing and implementing policies, procedures, and strategies to minimise workplace fatigue.
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Half day - 4 days
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TLIF0005
Duration
Half day - 4 days
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
The TLIF0005 Apply a Fatigue Risk Management System unit covers applying strategies to manage fatigue in transport and logistics. It includes recognizing fatigue signs, operating within safety systems, planning trips, maintaining records, adhering to rest limits, and reducing fatigue during work.
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Half day - 4 days
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online
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How much does a Transport Scheduler earn?
In Australia, a full time Transport Scheduler generally earns $1,730 per week ($89,960 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 Transport Scheduler?
This industry has seen moderate employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 11,800 people working in this field and many of them specialise as a Transport Scheduler. Transport Schedulers usually find work in larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Transport Scheduler?
A Diploma of Bus and Coach Operations is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Transport Scheduler. You’ll develop the skills to work in management in the bus and coach transport industry. This course addresses a range of topics including managing a bus depot, making passenger transport plans and workplace safety.
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A Transport Scheduler coordinates timetables and operations plans for transport systems. You might create schedules for a fleet of vehicles, for staff operating transport equipment or for a multi-system transport operation. Transport Schedulers ensure times are suitable for all parties involved and make sure transport systems are meeting their expected timeframes for service.
Transport Schedulers should have excellent problem solving abilities and be able to work out solutions to issues quickly. It’s important you can work as part of a team and communicate clearly to people from a range of backgrounds. Transport Schedulers must be organised and able to manage their time well.
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