This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This is a qualification for those engaged in supply chain operations and includes specialisations for logistics, purchasing and procurement, transport scheduling and warehousing.
It involves a broad range of skilled operations, including requirements to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and providing leadership and guidance to others for planning their skill development and applying their skills.
Successful achievement of the licensing units within the qualification must align with applicable licensing and regulatory requirements.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- aviation scheduler
- despatch supervisor
- distribution centre supervisor
- facility manager
- inventory controller
- load/unload supervisor
- logistics coordinator/supervisor
- maritime scheduler
- rail operations scheduler
- receiving supervisor
- team leader
- transport allocator
- transport scheduler
- warehouse supervisor
- yard supervisor
Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the specialist elective unit group selected from the group choice below.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through traineeship:
2 years - Qualification only:
6 months – 2 years
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Implement and monitor the safety duties of transport activities (Chain of Responsibility) | Core |
| Monitor a supply chain operation | Core |
| Administer a fatigue risk management system | Elective |
| Administer inventory systems | Elective |
| Administer market supply systems | Elective |
| Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies | Elective |
| Apply and amend rosters | Elective |
| Apply business risk management processes | Elective |
| Apply conflict and grievance resolution strategies | Elective |
| Apply effective staff and resource allocation | Elective |
| Apply effective stakeholder engagement | Elective |
| Apply efficient journey planning principles | Elective |
| Apply knowledge of logistics | Elective |
| Apply quality systems | Elective |
| Apply workplace statistics | Elective |
| Assess and confirm customer transport requirements | Elective |
| Assess and monitor optimum stock levels | Elective |
| Build and maintain business relationships | Elective |
| Calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | Elective |
| Check and control records and documentation | Elective |
| Compose complex workplace documents | Elective |
| Conduct purchasing | Elective |
| Consolidate freight | Elective |
| Consolidate manifest documentation | Elective |
| Coordinate pooled equipment | Elective |
| Coordinate quality customer service | Elective |
| Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | Elective |
| Coordinate the erection and dismantling of temporary facilities | Elective |
| Develop and maintain a safe workplace | Elective |
| Develop personal work priorities | Elective |
| Develop plans to meet customer and organisation needs | Elective |
| Develop rosters | Elective |
| Enable traceability in supply chains | Elective |
| Ensure compliance with Australian Dangerous Goods Code | Elective |
| Ensure the safety of transport activities (Chain of Responsibility) | Elective |
| Facilitate and capitalise on change in the workplace | Elective |
| Facilitate work teams | Elective |
| Follow work health and safety procedures | Elective |
| Gather and analyse information | Elective |
| Identify, analyse and report workplace data and information | Elective |
| Implement and coordinate accident-emergency procedures | Elective |
| Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures | Elective |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Implement and monitor logistics planning and processes | Elective |
| Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | Elective |
| Implement and monitor workplace policy and procedures for environmental sustainability | Elective |
| Implement and supervise stocktaking procedures | Elective |
| Implement and supervise transport regulations compliance systems | Elective |
| Implement asset management systems | Elective |
| Implement continuous improvement | Elective |
| Implement customer service strategies | Elective |
| Implement effective contingency planning | Elective |
| Implement equal employment opportunity strategies | Elective |
| Implement purchasing systems | Elective |
| Implement safety stock systems | Elective |
| Implement, maintain and evaluate dangerous goods transport procedures within the workplace | Elective |
| Lead a work team | Elective |
| Lead personal development | Elective |
| Licence to operate a forklift truck | Elective |
| Licence to operate an order picking forklift truck | Elective |
| Maintain stock control and receivals | Elective |
| Manage a fatigue risk management system | Elective |
| Manage fatigue management policy and procedures | Elective |
| Manage finances within a budget | Elective |
| Manage fundamental aspects of supply chains | Elective |
| Manage outsourced supply chain operations | Elective |
| Manage workplace information | Elective |
| Mentor individuals or small groups | Elective |
| Monitor ethical supply chain practices | Elective |
| Monitor supplier performance | Elective |
| Monitor temperature controlled stock | Elective |
| Monitor warehouse operations | Elective |
| Negotiate a contract | Elective |
| Operate a forklift | Elective |
| Optimise delivery service | Elective |
| Organise international transport of freight | Elective |
| Organise transport of freight or goods | Elective |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Plan and deliver Just in Time (JIT) logistics | Elective |
| Plan for logistics operations | Elective |
| Promote effective workplace practice | Elective |
| Provide Advanced First Aid | Elective |
| Provide First Aid | Elective |
| Purchase goods and services | Elective |
| Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | Elective |
| Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | Elective |
| Use infotechnology devices in the workplace | Elective |
| Work effectively in the transport and logistics industry | Elective |
| Work with global supply chains | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Supply and Distribution Manager
ANZSCO 133611
Supply and Distribution Managers manage the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by organisations.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Procurement Manager
ANZSCO 133612
Procurement Managers manage the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for organisations.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Fleet Manager
ANZSCO 149411
Fleet Managers manage the buying and selling of vehicles for rental agencies and coordinate the leasing of vehicles.
Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Transport Company Manager
ANZSCO 149413
Manage transport operations for an organisation; operate fleets of vehicles to transport goods and passengers.
Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
Purchasing Officer
ANZSCO 591113
Purchasing Officers prepare purchase orders, monitor supply sources and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Warehouse Administrator
ANZSCO 591116
Warehouse Administrators administer and coordinate storage and distribution operations within organisations.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Despatching and Receiving Clerk
ANZSCO 591211
Despatching and Receiving Clerks verify and maintain records of incoming and outgoing goods in warehouse or distribution centres and prepare goods for despatch.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Storeperson
ANZSCO 741111
Receive, handle and dispatch goods and other inventory in stores and warehouses.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III
Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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EDB Training Services (RTO code 32376)
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Major Training Group (RTO code 6139)
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Academy Green Learning (RTO code 6187)
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ALPINE EDUCATION (RTO code 41511)
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Applied Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO code 90294)
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Australian Salesmasters Training Co (RTO code 6854)
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CHURCHILL EDUCATION (RTO code 31430)
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CLB TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PTY LTD (RTO code 21356)
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COLLEGE FOR LAW, EDUCATION AND TRAINING (RTO code 31254)
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE (RTO code 0442)
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DYNAMIC LEARNING SERVICES (RTO code 40467)
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Flexible Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO code 6333)
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HOSPITALITY TRAINING AUSTRALIA (RTO code 6372)
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Insight Training Group Australia Pty Ltd (RTO code 32142)
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National Food Institute (RTO code 3821)
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Natwide Training Australia (RTO code 40368)
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Skilled Care (RTO code 31942)
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Strategix Training (RTO code 31418)
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TRAINING INSTITUTE AUSTRALASIA (RTO code 52612)
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Transport Compliance Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO code 45376)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
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If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
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