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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.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Shipping Officer.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a warehouse operator with the TLI30321Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations (Warehousing). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work effectively in warehouse operations. Competencies include: completing receival and despatch paperwork, checking specifications of goods and store items, preparing items for despatch, stocktaking and inventory monitoring, safe lifting and carrying. Enquire now for entry requirements, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Get started in logistics and supply chain operations with the TLI30321Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations. This nationally recognised qualification allows you to specialise in logistics or warehousing. Competencies include: shifting materials using correct manual handling methods, ensuring transport chain of responsibility, stock control, loading and unloading goods, securing cargo, maintaining records, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Shipping Officer generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 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 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
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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Here are some potential career pathways within logistics. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Logistics
Logistics Clerk
$960 weekly pay
Logistics Officer
$1,050 weekly pay
Postal Worker
Shipping Officer
Transport Coordinator
Import/Export Manager
$1,350 weekly pay
International Trade Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Logistics Administrator
Logistics Coordinator
$1,442 weekly pay
Logistics Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
Supply Planner
Trade Manager
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