Shipping clerks are essential to the smooth operation of Tasmania’s transport and logistics network. They manage the paperwork and processes that ensure goods are shipped on time, correctly, and efficiently—keeping supply chains flowing across land and sea.

As a shipping clerk, your day might include preparing documentation, booking freight, tracking cargo, updating records, and coordinating with transport operators and warehouse staff. It’s a detail-focused role that requires strong organisation, communication, and computer skills.

You’ll often work in a port, warehouse, or distribution centre office, supporting the physical movement of freight by handling the vital behind-the-scenes logistics. Whether you're dispatching pallets from a Devonport distribution hub or coordinating container shipments through Bell Bay, your work helps connect Tasmania with the rest of the world.

The role offers a steady career path, with opportunities to move into more senior coordination or management roles. With the ongoing strength of Tasmania’s shipping and freight industry, it’s a stable and rewarding choice for career changers—especially those moving from administration, retail, or customer service roles.