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Location: Newcastle, Australia
Company: Australia Post
Experience: Mid-level
Highest Level of Education: High School Diploma



Job Responsibilities
I'm responsible for the ontime collection & delivery of bulk mail to & from businesses, post offices & delivery centres.
Uppers
the best part is that you are your own boss when your out on the road. As long as you keep to the times stipulated on your duty board.
Downers
changes in traffic & weather conditions that sometimes stop you from keeping to the times stipulated, then management is on your back.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle is restricted a bit due to the odd hours of working & the rotating shifts.
Compensation
The wages are above award but only just, there is overtime available but less now than 3 years ago. There are also allowances for driving heavy vehicles.
Advice to Jobseekers
Job security is governed by the federal government but the work is easy.

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