Shelf Fillers (ANZSCO 8912)

Thursday 9 November 2023

Shelf Fillers, also known as Night Fillers, play a crucial role in maintaining the organization and appearance of stores and supermarkets in Australia. These professionals are responsible for filling up shelves and display areas with various goods, ensuring that the products are neatly arranged and easily accessible for customers.

Indicative Skill Level:

Shelf Fillers typically possess a skill level that aligns with the qualifications mentioned below:

In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate I or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

  • NZQF Level 1 qualification or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

While some occupations within this unit group may require a short period of on-the-job training or additional qualifications, others may not necessitate any formal qualification or training.

Tasks Include:

  • Placing goods neatly in bins and on racks, as well as stacking bulky items on the floor
  • Filling shelves with goods and ensuring that products with the earliest use-by dates are positioned at the front
  • Keeping track of sold items and retrieving necessary goods from the stockroom using a trolley
  • Maintaining shelf order by removing stock that belongs to a different location
  • Assisting customers in finding the goods they need
  • Pricing goods, if necessary

Occupation: 891211 Shelf Filler

The specific occupation within this unit group is known as a Shelf Filler, identified by the ANZSCO code 891211. These professionals specialize in replenishing shelves and display areas in stores and supermarkets, ensuring that the products are readily available for customers.

Alternative Title:

  • Night Filler

A Shelf Filler can also be referred to as a Night Filler. These individuals are responsible for filling up shelves and display areas during nighttime hours, ensuring that the store is well-stocked and organized for the following day. The skill level required for this occupation is rated at Level 5.

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