Job Description
Full job description
Permanent position working a minimum 20hrs per week
Commitment required to work 1:45pm – 5:45pm (ideally we would like someone looking for more hours and with flexibility of availability)
As an employee access our 'Post Perks', a variety of discounted retailer and services benefits
Help us deliver like never before
As our Van Driver based in Townsville West End, you’ll be operating and delivering in our vans as the face of our trusted business, at the heart of your community and connecting Australians every single day. You’ll be working autonomously out on-the-road, interacting with others and being a team player and it doesn’t get better than that!
You’ll be
Required to safely perform and operate a van to perform duties such as picking up mail from Street Posting Boxes, Corporate Offices, Licensed Post Offices and Delivery Centres
Required to pick up mail and parcel items from our customers
Unload mail articles from vans and manually sorting them into small or large letters and parcels including express posts
Completing your own daily vehicle safety check
Paired up with our experienced senior drivers, who are committed to engage and take part in your professional development
About you
You hold a full or probationary QLD driver’s licence
You have experience driving a van or similar sized vehicle (automatic)
You’ll successfully pass our mandatory and practical driving assessment
You're flexible with working additional hours if required
You have a great memory, excellent attention to detail and can lift up to 16kgs of Mail and Parcels regularly
You are comfortable being on your feet, in and out of a vehicle frequently, and doing physical indoor and outdoor work
You'll need to meet our safe working load limit of weighing 130kgs or less
How we’ll deliver for you
Post probationary $ (after 3 months training rate) is $30.+3 per hour and 12% superannuation
We invest in you for the long-term, encouraging growth through delivering on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety
Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued and can bring their authentic self to work every day
We invest in your personal well-being, recognise and reward you for your contribution to our successful with Post Perks and more
Training and Support
At Australia Post, our training and induction programs offer support to ensure we set you up for success. You will attend an induction in your first week with our Learning and Development Team followed by a site-specific induction at your respective facility and additional online learning modules. As a new employee, you will receive one-on-one coaching, followed by regular check-ins with your Manager and Trainer to track progress, provide feedback, and discuss any support needed. We assess development at the end of each month during your probationary period, with adjustments or additional training as required. The program includes site-specific inductions and hands-on training, building employees up to full delivery capacity within six weeks. Our approach is flexible, ensuring long-term success and continuous growth.
We’re delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.
We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on [email protected].
Permanent position working a minimum 20hrs per week
Commitment required to work 1:45pm – 5:45pm (ideally we would like someone looking for more hours and with flexibility of availability)
As an employee access our 'Post Perks', a variety of discounted retailer and services benefits
Help us deliver like never before
As our Van Driver based in Townsville West End, you’ll be operating and delivering in our vans as the face of our trusted business, at the heart of your community and connecting Australians every single day. You’ll be working autonomously out on-the-road, interacting with others and being a team player and it doesn’t get better than that!
You’ll be
Required to safely perform and operate a van to perform duties such as picking up mail from Street Posting Boxes, Corporate Offices, Licensed Post Offices and Delivery Centres
Required to pick up mail and parcel items from our customers
Unload mail articles from vans and manually sorting them into small or large letters and parcels including express posts
Completing your own daily vehicle safety check
Paired up with our experienced senior drivers, who are committed to engage and take part in your professional development
About you
You hold a full or probationary QLD driver’s licence
You have experience driving a van or similar sized vehicle (automatic)
You’ll successfully pass our mandatory and practical driving assessment
You're flexible with working additional hours if required
You have a great memory, excellent attention to detail and can lift up to 16kgs of Mail and Parcels regularly
You are comfortable being on your feet, in and out of a vehicle frequently, and doing physical indoor and outdoor work
You'll need to meet our safe working load limit of weighing 130kgs or less
How we’ll deliver for you
Post probationary $ (after 3 months training rate) is $30.+3 per hour and 12% superannuation
We invest in you for the long-term, encouraging growth through delivering on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety
Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued and can bring their authentic self to work every day
We invest in your personal well-being, recognise and reward you for your contribution to our successful with Post Perks and more
Training and Support
At Australia Post, our training and induction programs offer support to ensure we set you up for success. You will attend an induction in your first week with our Learning and Development Team followed by a site-specific induction at your respective facility and additional online learning modules. As a new employee, you will receive one-on-one coaching, followed by regular check-ins with your Manager and Trainer to track progress, provide feedback, and discuss any support needed. We assess development at the end of each month during your probationary period, with adjustments or additional training as required. The program includes site-specific inductions and hands-on training, building employees up to full delivery capacity within six weeks. Our approach is flexible, ensuring long-term success and continuous growth.
We’re delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.
We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on [email protected].
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Van Driver position is now open for candidates interested in the Driver Jobs sector. This role in West End offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Driver Jobs is a plus.
