The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Delivery Drivers
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Most occupations in this field typically require a Certificate II or II qualification.
Tasks Include:
- 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
Occupation:
- Delivery Driver
Delivery Driver
Alternative Title:
- Van Driver
Drives a van or car to deliver goods. Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations:
- Fast Food Delivery Driver
- Grocery Deliverer
- Meals on Wheels Driver
- Taxi Truck Driver
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Career Insights
Full Time Average
Weekly Wage< $1,250 Earnings for full-time employees before tax.
The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.Full Time/Part Time
Split51%49% This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.
The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.Currently Employed
Workers84,900 The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.
It includes both full-time and part-time workers.Future Job Openings
Next Five Years10k - 25k An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.
It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.Current
UnemploymentHigh The unemployment rate is the number of unemployed people as a percentage of the labour force (employed plus unemployed).
An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.Powered by Australian Jobs 2026
Career Details
Delivery Drivers drive vans and cars to deliver goods.
Most occupations in this field typically require a Certificate II or II qualification.
Tasks Include:
- 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
Occupation:
- Delivery Driver
Delivery Driver
Alternative Title:
- Van Driver
Drives a van or car to deliver goods. Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations:
- Fast Food Delivery Driver
- Grocery Deliverer
- Meals on Wheels Driver
- Taxi Truck Driver
Find out more
Check out the Good Universities Guide for more information on careers and the courses that can help get you there.
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