Driver/Sales Workers
Overview
Driver/Sales Workers combine driving and customer service by delivering goods and making sales on established routes. They drive trucks or vans to deliver products like food, laundry, or retail items while interacting with customers, taking orders, and processing payments. Modern technology like GPS navigation, mobile payment systems, and route optimisation apps help them work efficiently. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to build relationships with regular customers while developing both driving and sales skills.
Did you know?
You'll need to obtain the appropriate driver's licence for the vehicle type you'll be operating. This may include a Light Rigid (LR) or Medium Rigid (MR) licence depending on the vehicle size, which requires additional training and testing beyond a standard car licence.
At a Glance
Median Wage
$58,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top Skill
Operation and Control
Key Responsibilities
- Collects goods and transports them along established routes, to door-to-door areas, and to street and market locations
- Displays and demonstrates goods, and explains the qualities of goods to customers
- Informs customers of new goods and services
- Receives payments from customers and gives change
- Records transactions on customer receipts and sales records
- Wraps and packages goods sold
- Develops lists of prospective customers and calls on them to obtain new business
- Orders and purchases goods for sale, and monitors and maintains stock levels
- May attract attention by playing music, singing and calling out goods and services for sale
Career Considerations
Licensing Requirements in Australia
You'll need to obtain the appropriate driver's licence for the vehicle type you'll be operating. This may include a Light Rigid (LR) or Medium Rigid (MR) licence depending on the vehicle size, which requires additional training and testing beyond a standard car licence.
Customer Service Skills Development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building customer relationships and making sales. Consider developing these skills through part-time retail work or customer service roles while studying.
Career Progression Opportunities
This role can lead to opportunities in logistics management, sales management, or starting your own delivery business. Experience gained in route management and customer relations provides valuable skills for advancement.