Logistics
Logistics Sector
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- The logistics and warehousing sector is an integral part of Australia’s supply chain employing more than 373,000 people across occupations including warehousing, logistics, storage and handling distribution.
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- Specialised and higher-level computer skills, problem-solving and analytic skills, and more sophisticated contract management practices are driving a more integrated approach to logistics management.
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- Warehouse facilities have moved towards becoming sophisticated distribution and information centres that provide linkages along a product’s entire supply chain, facilitating just-in-time supply of stock (IBISWorld, 2017).
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- The rising popularity of online shopping and the growth of online retailers are expected to significantly benefit the logistics and warehousing industry (IBISWorld, 2017).
COVID-19: Transport industry updates
- Read about the Queensland Government’s relief package to support transport operators including regional air, bus, ferry, heavy vehicle and personalised transport services.
- Read about Queensland state border access restrictions, including how to apply for an entry pass. Read the Chief Health Officer directive on border closures for more information.
- View information on changes to transport and motoring services.
- Stay up to date with the road network conditions.
- Find workplace resources for the road freight industry from Safe Work Australia.
- Read about the Infection Control Training Fund available to support the re-opening of customer-facing businesses, including transport and logistics.
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Latest Logistics Sector News
Driving Instruction Project update – Final draft materials available for comment
Closing Thursday 21 April 2022. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the TLI Driving Instruction Project has considered all stakeholder feedback and revised draft Training Package materials, including one qualification, nine updated Units of Competency and...
Electric Heavy Vehicle Project Update – Draft materials available for comment
Closing Friday 8 April 2022. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the TLI Electric Heavy Vehicle Project has considered all stakeholder feedback and released final draft training materials. This includes one updated qualification and two new Units of Competency...
Mobile Crane Operations Project Update – draft materials available for comment
Closing Tuesday 26 April 2022. The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the TLI Mobile Crane Operations Project, has released draft training materials and is inviting feedback. The Certificate III and Certificate IV in Mobile Crane Operations and associated Units...