Please Note
- An estimate based on public data for similar roles. Not provided by the employer.
Courier
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Courier role involves collecting, transporting and delivering parcels safely and on time while providing friendly service to customers. Applicants generally need a valid Australian driver’s licence, a safe driving record, good physical fitness and the ability to lift and move packages. Previous delivery, transport or customer-service experience is useful, although training may be provided. Candidates are expected to follow road-safety procedures, scan shipments accurately, complete delivery records, maintain vehicle standards and represent FedEx professionally. The role may involve early starts, scheduled routes, outdoor work, tight deadlines and lifting packages of varying sizes. Reliability, punctuality, clear communication, local-area knowledge and a strong commitment to safety are important.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Truck drivers and warehouse staff are not on the Core Skills list; supply and distribution managers and supply chain analysts are, at AUD 79,423+.
Before you apply: Driver jobs need a licence that counts in that country, and a foreign one may not carry over: Japan's truck-driver visa asks for a class 1 licence, Qatar residents sit a driving test, and Ireland's permit list asks for a CE or C1E truck licence or one it recognises.
Watch for: Warehouse and driver jobs go to people who already have work rights, including working holiday makers (6 months per employer); office roles are the ones sponsored.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List (Subclass 482 instrument, LIN 24/089). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Logistics jobs in Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer pays the nomination fee and training levy (by law); visa fee AUD 4,015, paid by you or the employer |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Pay and overtime | Storage and wholesale award: night shift +30%, afternoon +15%, overtime 150% then 200%; firm deals may differ |
| Contract | Visa up to 4 years; permanent residence possible after 2 years of sponsored work (usually under 45) |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Federal Express Corporation AMEA
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global transportation and logistics company providing express parcel delivery, freight services and supply-chain solutions. Its network connects businesses and consumers across Australia, the Asia-Pacific region and international markets. FedEx manages time-sensitive shipments using aircraft, delivery vehicles, sorting facilities and digital tracking systems. In Australia, the company supports domestic and international deliveries for businesses of all sizes, including retail, manufacturing, healthcare and technology customers. Employees work in a safety-focused, service-driven environment where reliability, teamwork and accurate handling of shipments are essential. The company offers roles across courier operations, customer service, freight handling, technology, sales and corporate functions.