Delivery Drivers
Snapshot
Delivery Drivers drive vans and cars to deliver goods.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 37900 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $700 |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | average |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- determining the destinations of goods and most appropriate delivery routes
- manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading
- assisting with loading to ensure goods are arranged for ease of delivery and safely secured to avoid damage
- verifying loading documents
- arranging and performing unloading operations and obtaining certification of deliveries
- reporting vehicle maintenance needs
- may receive payments for deliveries and arrange accounts
Job Titles
- Delivery Driver