This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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In Australia, a full time Timber Dispatch Coordinator generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 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.
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The number of people working in this industry has grown moderately over the last five years. There are currently 5,200 people employed in the timber processing industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Timber Dispatch Coordinator. Timber Dispatch Coordinators may find work in regions of Australia where timber processing facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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A Certificate III in Timber Building Products Supply (Logistics) is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Timber Dispatch Coordinator. This course covers a range of topics including onsite safety and communication, environmental procedures, completing dispatch documents, ensuring safety of transport activities, operating forklifts and loading cranes and driving trucks and rigid vehicles.
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A Timber Dispatch Coordinator organises delivery of timber and timber products from a timber yard or processing facility. You might liaise with customers to organise delivery times and coordinate delivery schedules with drivers. Timber Dispatch Coordinators might complete relevant paperwork and ensure orders are complete and correct.
Timber Dispatch Coordinators should be organised and able to manage several tasks at once. You’ll need to be a good communicator and able to liaise with customers from a range of backgrounds. Timber Dispatch Coordinators may have to operate a range of machinery and complete various administrative tasks.
