Assessor Resource

TLIL4058A
Plan a career in logistics

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Work may be undertaken in various contexts within the transport and logistics industry.

The unit generally applies to individuals who wish to develop their own career paths, at whatever level, within the industry.

This unit is normally packaged at AQF IV or above.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to undertake planning related to one's own career. It includes conducting self-assessment of skills and abilities; investigating possible career opportunities; developing and implementing a career plan; and monitoring progress against the plan. In practice, career planning may overlap with a range of other generalist or specialist work activities, such as gathering and analysing information, developing work plans, composing documents and so on. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Legislation, policies and procedures relating to career development including occupational health and safety and environment

Strategic approach to career planning

Methods of self-assessment used to identify values, preferences, etc.

Performance management principles and strategies

Career development options

Succession planning principles, approaches and strategies

Changing demographics and workforce skill needs and trends

Organisational planning for human resources at a strategic level

Principles of equal employment opportunity and diversity

Procedures for operating electronic communications equipment

Requirements for completing relevant documentation

Code of practice for working collaboratively with others

Required skills:

Analyse strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT)

Undertake appropriate research and questioning related to career planning

Reflect on own competencies and performance

Develop strategies for the management of one's own career

Manage personal change and planning

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to work activities

Work collaboratively with others

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Career development activities may include:

accredited courses/other courses

action learning

career counselling

coaching

competency development processes

education and training programs

higher duties

industry experience

mentoring

networking

Career plan may include:

long-term goals

objectives

strategies

timeframes

job search tools/methods

skills development in finding, applying for and winning positions

skills development to meet particular job/career requirements

Sources of career information may include:

social and political information

workshops

notice of vacancies

Internet sites

local, national and international publications

statistical workforce data

career expos

personal networks

word-of-mouth

job search/personnel placement agencies

graduate career counselling organisations

media

Characteristics may include:

strengths

preferences

gaps

desires

weaknesses

the need to develop skills in job search, resume preparation/presentation, networking, and impression management

Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Documentation and records may include:

career planning proformas

data on workforce trends in transport and logistics industry, and wider

Applicable legislation and regulations may include:

relevant state/territory regulations and codes of practice

workplace relations regulations

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Life and work experiences, current and potential abilities are identified and ranked in order of importance 
Personal values and preferences relating to future careers are explored 
A personal profile is prepared that identifies career related characteristics 
Careers are researched to identify those with continuing longevity, and their requirements are identified 
Information sources are identified and explored for indicators, trends and information on potential career opportunities 
Existing and emerging careers are assessed and their skill/qualification/experience requirements are identified 
The nature of the workforce, future trends and opportunities are analysed and associated skill needs are identified 
Preferred future career and associated skill requirements are identified and compared with current strengths 
Gap analysis is undertaken to identify those skills that are common to both preferred future career and the organisation's requirements 
Career goals are established and a career plan is developed that identifies immediate priorities as well as a longer-term strategy for gaining experience and skills development 
Career development activities are initiated in accordance with the career plan and organisational legislation, policy and procedures 
Acquisition of skills and experience is monitored and feedback is obtained on achievement of performance requirements 
Feedback is considered and integrated as necessary into the career plan 
The organisation's requirements are monitored and the career plan is adjusted to take account of new information, environment/culture 
Preferred career requirements and progress towards career goals are monitored and adjusted as required 

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