Van Driver

Australia Post; Mitchell; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Probation shift penalty 15%

12% Superannuation

Career development

Job summary

Australia Post in Canberra is seeking a Van Driver to safely operate a company van, collect mail and parcels from a range of locations, and sort items back at the depot.

You’ll be supported by experienced senior drivers, with opportunities to develop your capability, confidence and career in transport and operations. A safety‑minded team and flexible hours help you balance work and life.

Qualifications

• Hold a full or probationary Australian driver’s licence.
• Hold a valid Forklift Licence.
• Safety‑focused and able to pass driving assessment.
• Reliable and flexible, with the ability to work additional hours when required.
• Detail‑oriented and consistent, taking pride in getting the job done right.
• Comfortable handling mail and parcels up to 16kg as part of daily work.
• Meet our safe working load requirement of 130kg or less.
• Keen to learn, develop skills and progress your career in transport and operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company van to collect mail and parcels from multiple locations.
• Unload and accurately sort mail and parcels, and perform daily vehicle safety checks.
• Be supported by experienced senior drivers to build capability and confidence.

Skills

Driver's license (full/probationary)

Forklift licence

Safety-focused

Reliable & flexible

Attention to detail

Job description

Name

Van Driver

Site / Location

Canberra North Vans

Ref #

12385000

Entity

Australia Post

Opening Date

08-Sep-2026

Suburb

State

Australian Capital Territory

Work Type

Permanent Full Time

Description & Requirements

Love being on the move? Drive a company van, pick up mail and parcels, sort items back at the depot, and learn the ropes alongside senior drivers who’ve got your back

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

In this role, you’ll safely operate a company van to collect mail and parcels from a range of locations, including street posting boxes, corporate offices, licensed post offices and delivery centres. You’ll unload and accurately sort mail and parcels, complete daily vehicle safety checks, and take pride in doing the job right every time. You’ll be supported on the road by experienced senior drivers who are invested in your development, helping you build capability, confidence, and a strong foundation for long‑term success.

About you

• Hold a full or probationary Australian driver’s licence
• Hold a valid Forklift Licence
• Safety‑focused and able to pass our practical driving assessment
• Reliable and flexible, with the ability to work additional hours when required
• Detail‑oriented and consistent, taking pride in getting the job done right
• Comfortable handling mail and parcels up to 16kg as part of daily work
• Meet our safe working load requirement of 130kg or less
• Keen to learn, develop skills and progress your career in transport and operations

What else is in it for you?

• Permanent and Fix Term - 15% shift penalty upon successful completion of 3 months’ probation plus 12% Superannuation.
• The perfect balance of a diverse, supportive team to connect with and your own time and space on the road by yourself
• Working hours that gives you flexibility to make space for what’s important to you either before or after work
• Your safety and wellbeing is prioritised above everything else, so you go home the same way you came to work
• Opportunities for training, growth and development with pathways in transport or other areas of the business
• Discounts and offers on lots of your favourite brands via Post Perks for more cash in your pocket, plus access to other health and wellbeing resources
• Be a part of employee networks such as #NOW (Network Operations Women) that support career growth and help build connections across Australia Post.
• A workplace where everyone belongs, with a strong commitment to inclusion, gender equity, and creating opportunities for all employees to thrive.
• Competitive parental leave, including up to 18 weeks' paid leave for primary carers, additional support for secondary carers, and flexible return-to-work arrangements.

All walks, one route

It takes a lot of us to deliver for every Australian – and it’s important to us that our people behind the parcels reflect the people receiving them. We come from all walks. Different backgrounds, different ages, different genders, different sexualities and different abilities, but we all believe in the same purpose.

We welcome people all ages, genders and backgrounds – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and refugees. We’re a Disability Confident Recruiter, committed to making our hiring process and workplace inclusive and barrier-free. We’re also working hard to remove bias and build a gender-equitable experience for everyone who joins us. If you’ve got questions about accessibility, reach out to our Diversity & Inclusion team at [e-mail] .

See and hear what life is like on the road with us: