To join a courier company, follow these steps:
1. Research: Look for courier companies in your area and check their websites or contact them directly to inquire about job openings. In regards to where to begin looking, we recommend searching for your nearest courier companies and visit their website. Another helpful tip is to find some reviews online, to learn if that company is right for you.
2. Prepare your resume: Update your resume to highlight any relevant experience in delivery services, logistics, or customer service. Make sure to highlight your skills and what tasks you are competent in from previous experience.
3. Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter to the courier companies you are interested in working for. Sometimes when applying, you might be required to send a copy of your drivers licence and certificates (supporting any training you have accomplished).
4. Interview: If your application is successful, prepare for an interview where you may be asked about your experience, availability, and why you want to work for the courier company.
5. Background check: Be prepared for a background check as courier companies often require this before hiring new employees. The company may also ask you for a criminal history check, and a licence history check during this point too. You can obtain both of these documents online through your state government website, who usually charge a processing or generation fee.
We have included a table below for what each document is commonly referred to as, within each state:
State | Criminal History Check | Licence History Check |
QLD | National Police Certificate | Licence and Traffic History |
VIC | National Police Check/ National Police Certificate | Driver History Report |
WA | National Police Certificate | Record of Traffic Infringements |
SA | Police Record Check/ National Police Certificate | Driver's Licence History Report |
NT | Criminal History Check | Driver Licence History |
TAS | National Police Check | Copy of Driving History |
6. Training: If you are selected, you may need to undergo training on company policies, delivery procedures, and safety protocols. The training and learning of company procedures and safety protocols will happen during your induction, which is usually the first day or week that you begin work.
6. Training: If you are selected, you may need to undergo training on company policies, delivery procedures, and safety protocols. The training and learning of company procedures and safety protocols will happen during your induction, which is usually the first day or week that you begin work.
7. Start working: Once you have completed the above, you are ready to start courier work, and can start earning money!
Remember to demonstrate your reliability, good communication skills, and a strong work ethic throughout the application process to increase your chances of being hired.
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