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Furniture Removalist

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A Furniture Removalist transports items between locations, loading and unloading goods while ensuring safety and effective communication.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NT
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a furniture removalist

Get qualified to work as a furniture removalist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Furniture Removalist generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 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 remained stable in recent years. There are currently 5,200 people employed as a Furniture Removalist in Australia, compared to 5,300 five years ago. Furniture Removalists may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as a Furniture Removalist interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Furniture Removal. This course covers a range of topics including safe lifting and manual handling, professional techniques for handling furniture, packing and unpacking cartons during a removal, vehicle safety and driving skills.

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Furniture Removalist careers

A Furniture Removalist moves furniture and other items between locations. You might specialise in domestic moves or focus on commercial and office work. Furniture Removalists load goods onto trucks and ensure items are properly secured. You might drive a removalist truck and unload furniture at a new location.

Furniture Removalists should be physically fit and able to carry out manual labour tasks including heavy lifting. You should be safety focused and able to follow safe moving techniques. Furniture Removalists must be able to work as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues and customers.