How do I become a forklift driver?
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TLI31222
Certificate III in Driving Operations
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$4,800
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academy Green Learning
RIIHAN201E
Operate a Forklift
On Campus
1 day
$0 - $350
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
TLILIC0003
Licence to Operate a Forklift Truck
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 7 days
$0 - $1,055
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 101 more
RIIHAN309F
Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 5 days
$0 - $1,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 30 more
TLILIC0004
Licence to Operate an Order Picking Forklift Truck
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 3 days
$0 - $700
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 10 more
TLID0016
Operate a Forklift
Blended, On Campus
2 - 3 days
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
FBP30921
Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations (Bottling and Packaging)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
TAFE NSW
TLIA1001 & TLID0015
Secure, Load and Unload Goods or Cargo
Distance, On Campus
6 - 8 hours
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Common questions
How much does a Forklift Driver earn?
In Australia, a full time Forklift Driver generally earns $1,240 per week ($64,480 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.
Courses.com.au Team
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What are the job opportunities for a Forklift Driver?
The number of people working in this industry has decreased in recent years. There are currently 57,400 people employed as a Forklift Driver in Australia and this number is expected to remain stable over the next five years. Forklift Drivers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
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How do I become a Forklift Driver?
If a career as a Forklift Driver interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Driving Operations. This course will develop your skills with load handling and also cover other topics such as fatigue management, route planning and navigation.
Courses.com.au Team
Industry expert
Further reading
How to start a career in Warehousing
3rd November 2021
