Freight Handler (Rail or Road)
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 5
- Major group
- Labourers
Classification
- Major group
- 8Labourers
- Sub-major group
- 89Other Labourers
- Minor group
- 891Freight Handlers and Shelf Fillers
- Unit group
- 8911Freight and Furniture Handlers
Description
Loads and unloads freight trucks, containers and rail cars.
Alternative titles
- Freight Loader
Unit group
8911 · Freight and Furniture HandlersDescription
Load and unload trucks, containers and rail cars.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 5
Australia
5
Tasks
Tasks include
- 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
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/8/89/891/8911
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.