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  • Courier Delivery Driver

    Description:

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $31.10 – $40.00 per hour

    PARCELPRO LOGISTICS PTY LTD is currently hiring for Delivery Driver Associates to deliver packages to customers. We are an independent business that are partnered with the largest E-commerce store to deliver packages out of the local area in Melbourne.

    Why work with us:

    • Safe working culture
    • Discounted health Insurance
    • Van & fuel provided
    • Mobile cost included (for deliveries only)
    • Free onsite parking
    • Uniforms provided by us
    • 11.5% Superannuation
    • Annual Leave & PSL
    • 4 days working week (38 hours).

    What You’ll Do as a Delivery Driver

    As a delivery associate, you’ll be driving a company provided- branded vehicle.

    Stay active, work independently, and be part of a goal driven team that safely delivers parcels to customers in your local community.

    • Work 2-4 days per week and up to 10 hours per day with roster available seven days a week
    • Part-Time and Full-Time both positions are available
    • Interact with customers and the public in a professional and positive manner
    • Deliver packages safely

    What You’ll Need as a Delivery Driver

    • Must be legally authorized to work in Australia.
    • Must have held a valid Australian driver’s license (clean driving history is required).
    • Van Delivery/ Courier experience is an added advantage.
    • Maintain a safe driving record, obey all applicable traffic laws, and drive in accordance with weather/road conditions.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    All shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol test, as well as a background check, as part of the onboarding process.

    Apply now to schedule your interview today!

    Expected hours: 38 per week

    Benefits:

    • Company car
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift
    • Day shift

    Supplementary Pay:

    • Overtime pay
    • Penalty rates

    Work Authorisation:

    • Australia (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • Courier Driver – Metro/Regional

    Description:

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Pay: $65,000.00 per year

    We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Courier Driver to joining our ever-growing transport team.

    On a set run – Monday to Friday, the successful applicant will be required to pick up goods from a depot in Prestons NSW and deliver goods in various locations across NSW.
    Some days you could be helping cover the NSW Metro area and other days you could be out in the regional areas helping in larger runs. No day will be the same…

    This role May require overnight stays away from home with Paid meal vouchers included.

    A van will be provided.

    It is preferred that the Driver will be able to drive the van home at night and store at their premises.

    Annual Salary is $65,000 + super + 4 weeks paid annual leave.

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday

    Supplementary Pay:

    • Performance bonus

    Experience:

    • Driving: 5 years (Preferred)

    Licence/Certification:

    • Full Driver Licence (Preferred)

    Work Location: In person

  • Food Delivery Driver

    Job Types: Part-time, Casual

    Pay: From $25.00 per hour

    Immediately start (junior welcome)

    • afterschool hours
    • Having own car and valid driver license (P1,P2,full license)
    • ‘Can do’ attitude
    • Good communication and service skill

    Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

    Schedule:

    • Evening shift
    • Weekend availability

    Supplementary Pay:

    • Bonus
    • Tips

    Application Question(s):

    • Do you have car ?

    Licence/Certification:

    • Driver Licence (Preferred)

    Work Authorisation:

    • Australia (Preferred)

    Work Location: In person

  • Van Driver

    Description:

    Salary: A$58K – A$70K

    Help us deliver like never before

    As our Van Driver, 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 Centers.
    • 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 Australian driver’s licence.
    • 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’ll need to meet our safe working load limit of weighing 130kgs or less.


    How we’ll deliver for you

    • 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, recognize and reward you for your contribution to our successful with Post Perks and more.


  • Ride-Share/Taxi Driver (Premium Services)

    Role Overview:
    Transport passengers via Uber Black, Didi Premium, or traditional taxi services, focusing on corporate clients and airport runs.

    Salary & Benefits:

    • Monthly Earnings:5,000–5,000–7,500 AUD (after costs)
      • Gross Earnings: 1,200–1,200–1,800/week (40–50 hrs)
      • Tips: 100–100–300/week (common for premium trips)
      • Airport Surcharge: Extra 10–10–15 per Tullamarine drop-off
    • Flexibility: Choose shifts (peak hours: 6–9am & 4–7pm)

    Requirements:

    • Licenses: Full Australian driver’s license + Commercial Passenger Vehicle (CPV) accreditation
    • Vehicle:
      • Luxury sedan (e.g., Toyota Camry Hybrid, Tesla Model 3 for Uber Black)
      • Must pass vehicle inspection (e.g., “Blue Slip” in NSW)
    • Skills:
      • Navigation apps (Google Maps, Uber Driver)
      • Customer service (corporate clients expect professionalism)

  • Waste Collection Truck Driver

    Essential Service Role:
    Operate rear/side-lift waste collection vehicles for Brisbane City Council and private contractors, servicing residential and commercial routes across the metro area.

    Compensation Package:

    • Monthly Earnings: 7,200−7,200−8,800 AUD
      • Base Rate: 34−34−42/hr
      • Early Shift Allowance: +$3.50/hr for 4am starts
      • Overtime: 1.5x after 7.6hrs (common during summer peak)
    • Benefits:
      • Council superannuation (15.4%)
      • Annual boot allowance ($400)
      • Health and wellness programs

    Operational Requirements:

    • Licensing: HR (Heavy Rigid) license minimum
    • Certifications:
      • Waste Industry Operations certification
      • Working Safely at Heights ticket
    • Physical Demands:
      • Ability to lift 20kg bins repeatedly
      • Comfort working in all weather conditions
    • Technology:
      • Operate automated lift systems
      • Use in-cab routing software

    Career Path: Progression to trainer roles (45+/hr)ortransfertohazardouswasteoperations(+45+/hr)ortransfertohazardouswasteoperations(+5/hr hazard pay)

  • Mine Site Shuttle Driver

    FIFO Support Position:
    Transport mining personnel between Perth Airport and resource sites in the Pilbara region, operating luxury coaches for major mining companies.

    Earnings Structure:

    • Monthly Income: 8,500−8,500−10,500 AUD
      • Base Salary: $38/hr
      • Remote Allowance: $120/day on site
      • Shift Penalties: 2.1x pay on public holidays
    • Roster Options:
      • 2:1 (weeks on/off)
      • 8:6 (days on/off) with shorter swings

    Special Requirements:

    • Licensing: HC (Heavy Combination) or higher
    • Clearances:
      • National Police Certificate
      • Mining Safety (Standard 11) induction
      • Drug/alcohol testing compliance
    • Skills:
      • Fatigue management training
      • Remote first aid certified
      • Experience with 4WD recovery

    Equipment & Conditions:

    • Drive Volvo or Scania coaches with sleeper pods
    • Navigate unsealed mine access roads
    • Operate in extreme temperatures (up to 50°C)

    Unique Perks:

    • Flight and accommodation provided
    • Salary packaging options
    • Career pathways to train driving roles ($120k+)

  • Mobile Crane Operator (Construction)

    High-Skill Infrastructure Role:
    Operate boom and franna cranes for major construction projects across Melbourne’s CBD and infrastructure sites.

    Compensation Package:

    • Monthly Earnings: 9,000−9,000−12,000 AUD
      • Base Rate: 45−45−60/hr (CFMEU EBA rates)
      • Tower Crane Premium: +$8/hr for high-rise work
      • Overtime: 2x pay on weekends
    • Benefits:
      • Industry superannuation (12%)
      • Site allowances ($50/day CBD work)
      • Annual licencing reimbursement

    Technical Requirements:

    • Licensing:
      • CV (Crane Vehicle) class license
      • High Risk Work Licence (HRWL) – C6 Slewing Crane
    • Certifications:
      • Dogging ticket (required)
      • Rigging Intermediate (preferred)
    • Experience:
      • 500+ hours on similar cranes
      • Familiarity with Liebherr and Grove models

    Project Examples:

    • Metro Tunnel installations
    • West Gate Tunnel Project
    • Collins Street high-rise developments

  • Special Needs School Bus Driver

    Community-Focused Transport Role:
    Safely transport students with disabilities using adapted vehicles across Adelaide’s metropolitan area.

    Salary Structure:

    • Monthly Earnings: 4,800−4,800−5,600 AUD
      • Base Pay: 28−28−32/hr
      • Qualifications Allowance: +$2.50/hr for certs
      • Term-Time Bonus: $500 per completed term
    • Schedule:
      • School hours only (6:30-9am & 2:30-5pm)
      • Paid admin time between runs

    Special Requirements:

    • Certifications:
      • First Aid + Epilepsy Management
      • Disability Support Worker cert (or willingness to obtain)
      • Child Safe Environments training
    • Vehicle Skills:
      • Operation of wheelchair lifts
      • Specialised restraint systems
    • Personal Attributes:
      • Patience and empathy
      • Crisis de-escalation skills

    Employer Benefits:

    • Paid training during school holidays
    • Access to counselling services
    • Strong union representation (ASU)

    Career Development:
    Pathway to:

    • Transport Coordinator roles ($75k+)
    • Disability support driving trainers

  • Disaster Response Truck Driver – Statewide

    Emergency Services Role:
    Operate specialized vehicles for state emergency services during bushfires, floods, and other crises across regional and metro areas.

    Compensation & Benefits:

    • Monthly Earnings: 7,500−7,500−9,000 AUD
      • Base Pay: 38−38−45/hr
      • Emergency Activation: $750/day when deployed
      • Hazard Pay: +$50/hr in danger zones
    • Additional Benefits:
      • Full PPE provided ($5k+ value)
      • Mental health support programs
      • Family accommodation during deployments

    Operational Requirements:

    • Licensing: MC (Multi-Combination) class mandatory
    • Certifications:
      • Rural Fire Service accreditation
      • Swiftwater rescue training
      • HAZMAT awareness
    • Physical:
      • Fitness test (carry 25kg over 100m)
      • Night vision capability

    Equipment Expertise:

    • Operate:
      • 30,000L water tankers
      • Mobile incident command centers
      • High-clearance 4WD supply trucks

    Deployment Examples:

    • Bushfire season support (Nov-Mar)
    • Flood recovery operations
    • COVID emergency supply chains