Group
Occupation

712231 Delivery Person

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

712231 Delivery Person

Delivers goods to customers by light vehicle, bicycle, or foot.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Truck Drivers are excluded from this occupation. Truck Drivers are included in Minor Group 713 Truck Drivers.

Alternative title

  • Courier

Specialisations

  • Fast Food Delivery Person
  • Parcel Contractor
  • Van Driver

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Collects goods from a collection point for delivery
  • Plans delivery routes to ensure efficient and timely delivery of goods
  • Organises items for delivery according to delivery routes
  • Loads and unloads items for delivery in a safe and secure manner
  • Receives certification of delivery and completes delivery logs and records
  • Returns undelivered items to the appropriate location
  • Performs routine maintenance and inspections on the delivery vehicle to ensure safe and efficient operation
  • May receive and process payments for deliveries
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