Being on the road with us at Australia Post means freedom, fresh air, and work that moves with you. Kick off your day surrounded by a great bunch of people before heading out to deliver for your local community. Wherever the road takes you, you’re backed by a team that values safety, supports your wellbeing, and gives you room to grow.
About the opportunity
Are you motivated by getting behind the wheel of one of our iconic red trucks to deliver for customers? As our Heavy Vehicle Truck Driver, you’ll be the face of our trusted business, at the heart of your community and connecting businesses with their customers, and communities with each other day-in, day-out. You might not be working from home, but you’ll be on the road as a staple of your community, and it doesn’t get better than that!
You’ll be
- Earning up to $42.58/hr + allowances & super
- Multiple positions available across Day, Afternoon and Night Shifts
- Safely loading your truck with cages for delivery.
- Completing your own daily vehicle safety check.
- Driving our modern trucks between our operational centres and customers, for deliveries and pick-ups.
- Returning to our operational centres to unload pick-ups.
About you
You’re a friendly, enthusiastic and reliable personality, who loves autonomy just as much as interacting with others and being a team player. You’re passionate about making a difference in the community.
You’ll also need to
- Initial 6-month fixed-term full-time contract, with potential for extension or permanent opportunities for high performers, subject to business requirements.
- Hold a current Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence with demonstrated driving experience.
- Hold a current Forklift (LF) Licence or be willing to obtain one prior to commencement.
- Be safety-focused and understand the importance of the chain of responsibility.
- Have a customer-centric mindset and effective communication skills.
- Be fit enough to load and unload parcels of all different shapes, sizes and weights.