891 Freight Handlers and Shelf Fillers
891 Freight Handlers and Shelf Fillers
Load and unload trucks, containers and rail cars and fill up shelves and display areas in stores and supermarkets.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
8911 Freight and Furniture Handlers
Load and unload trucks, containers and rail cars.
Forklift Drivers are excluded from this unit group. Forklift Drivers are included in Occupation 741331 Forklift Driver.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
891131 Freight Handler (Rail or Road)
Loads and unloads freight trucks, containers and rail cars.
Alternative title
- Freight Loader
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Determines the appropriate method and equipment for loading and unloading freight
- Communicates with drivers, warehouse staff and other personnel to coordinate loading and unloading activities
- Operates equipment to move freight onto and off trucks, containers and rail cars
- Secures freight using straps, chains and other restraints to prevent shifting during transportation
- Checks and verifies freight against transportation documents
- Sorts and organises freight in designated areas for efficient storage and retrieval
891132 Truck Driver's Offsider
Loads and unloads trucks and containers.
Specialisation
- Furniture Removalist's Assistant
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Assists Truck Drivers in loading and unloading trucks and containers
- Assists with arranging items within the truck or container to maximise space and prevent damage
- Secures and covers cargo using appropriate equipment
- Guides Truck Drivers into loading bays and through confined spaces
- Assists in the inspection of loads during transportation
8912 Shelf Fillers
Fill up shelves and display areas in stores and supermarkets.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
891231 Shelf Filler
Fills up shelves and display areas in a store or supermarket.
Alternative title
- Night Filler
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Receives stock and fills shelves and display areas with products
- Rotates stock on shelves to ensure older products are at the front
- Ensures shelves and display areas are clean and presentable
- Removes expired or damaged products from shelves
- Monitors stock levels and notifies supervisor when replenishment is needed, reporting any discrepancies
- Assists customers to locate products and by answering questions