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Equipment Operative
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Equipment Operative supports the safe movement, loading, unloading and handling of freight, packages and operational equipment. Typical duties include operating material-handling equipment, checking shipments, keeping work areas clean, following scanning and documentation procedures, and reporting damaged freight or equipment issues. Candidates are generally expected to have good physical fitness, attention to detail, reliability and a strong safety focus. Previous warehouse, freight or equipment-handling experience is useful, although training may be provided. A willingness to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends or public holidays, is commonly required. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment and able to follow FedEx procedures and Australian workplace safety requirements.
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 express transportation and logistics company providing courier, freight, e-commerce and supply-chain services. Its international network connects businesses and consumers across more than 200 countries and territories. In Australia, FedEx supports domestic and international parcel and freight movements through transport hubs, depots, warehouses and delivery operations. The company is known for time-sensitive shipping, package tracking and integrated logistics technology. Employees work in a highly coordinated environment where safety, service reliability, operational accuracy and teamwork are important. Equipment and warehouse roles help keep freight moving efficiently by supporting loading, sorting, handling and ground operations. FedEx generally offers structured procedures, workplace training and opportunities to progress within logistics, transport and operations.