This opportunity is based on an initial 6 month full time max term contract with opportunity for permanency based on business requirements. Flexibility is required to work start times from 3.15am in the morning to 1.30pm in the afternoon on a rotating roster basis Monday to Friday. Occasional weekend work (paid at penalty rates) is also required.
You’ll be Completing your own daily vehicle safety check Safely loading your truck with cages for delivery 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 friendly, enthusiastic and reliable, and love 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 Hold a relevant HR or above license and forklift licence Be safety-focused and understand the importance of chain of responsibility Have a customer-centric mindset and effective communication skills You will need to meet our safe working load limit of weighing 120kgs or less Be fit enough to load and unload parcels of all different shapes, sizes and weights Be prepared to provide a driving history report, undergo a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening and national police checks.
How we’ll deliver for you Drive our iconic fleet and benefit from competitive permanent rates, rotating rosters and operate in a safe and inclusive working environment 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
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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 inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au
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