courier driver

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Capital Transport

*works full time (including weekends) for a month with Capital Transport
*gets paid for what appears to be not even a weeks worth **Minus Capital Transport deductions for misc expenses
*constantly fighting for work on in cab radio, more than >10 drivers at a time can flood the channel asking for next jobs and here you are trying to get a word in
*Management and radio operator are useless, had >$10k of electronic equipment on board, trying to deliver to a non existent address (yes this is true) only to contact them and get the silent treatment, in other words "they don't care, its in your hands".

This is just a little of what i had to put up with dealing with Capital Transport and as much as they want to deny it, i was an actual driver for them. They sucker you in with lies and promises of "bonuses and incentives" but its all lies. Recently i have talked to ex drivers from them at the Port of Brisbane, whom all say the same thing. Capital transport is blind to the fact that they don't care of the well being of drivers, only they rely on the next poor soul to suffer the same fate. Shame on you Capital Transport.

Stressful job, minimum 11 hour days no matter what they say. Don’t get paid incentive every day. They charge you $1.5when they call you $60 a week. Asked to be paid daily like they advertised they didn’t. Charge you an admin fee to get paid around $11 a day. They say they will send you on a delivery on the way home that never happens, they say you will drive 220km a day it’s more like 350km and sometimes a lot more. If you have a DR appointment they will call you up and question you, then lecture you about doing it outside of operating hours but you work 7am-6pm if not later so it’s not possible. The operators will almost beg and start manipulating you to get you to accept a job because “they are really busy” or “it’s only 4:00pm” but they want to send you 175km away from home in peak hour traffic . They have zero care for their drivers they only care about making money. Beware they seem really nice at the start really friendly then they turn on you. I’ve worked there for 3 weeks and I am actively looking for other work. If you have any other options take that instead, the operators are snarky and speak down to the drivers. 

I have worked at Capital Transport WA for 6 years and have been lucky enough to be offered exceptional career growth, professional/personal development (internal and external), a great work life balance, guidance and support. 

It's a family business and they work with integrity, going over and above for employees to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be successful. They work with you to take your career in whichever direction you choose, whether it be leading a team or going solo. You choose your route. 

They encourage you to take holidays and spend time with your friends and family. I had my first child while working with Capital Transport and cannot fault the support and flexibility I was offered along the way while finding my feet as a first time mum. 

Honestly.. as a sub-contractor I was quite excited to work as a courier. Work independently was always the mainly reason to assume the role. You will be responsible to assume the costs of everything with no support whatsoever. Fuel, maintenance, insurance etc…you will be working long hours dealing with peak traffic all week long...  and once you finally get to see your payslip IT’S LIKE HAVING A BUCKET OF COLD WATER splashed over your head. Poor payment mate, poor payment. To earn maaaaaximum $800 week be ready to be at least 10 hours behind the wheel MONDAY TO FRIDAY STARTING AT 7. It’s 10 hours with your car running and also be ready to spend a good deal in fuel because of that. I got a feeling I was like paying to work. No money left. They won’t be honest at the interview. 

The position itself was very high pressure, due to the nature of the work but the pace and the variety and daily challenges made it an exciting job. 

Many came and went, unable to do the work or do the job efficiently enough to turn a profit, so before long you gained senior status.

The hardest part of the job was completing as many jobs as possible in the peak times while making sure you ended up in an area where work was available and not stuck somewhere, empty and with an unprofitable 3 hour trip home.

The work days varied from 6 hrs to 14 hrs in the busiest times of the year, then you had to go home and do your business records for tax etc.

I worked for Capital Transport for nearly four years  The first 3 years were great. I loved the job. Then there was a lot of staff turnover,with experienced allocators and drivers leaving and it became a job I hated. I learnt that it is no use complaining about a job or an allocator, because their attitude was that it was always the drivers fault. On two days in a row I was only given 2 hours work When I advised the Fleet Manager, I was told that all I do is complain I've been told that they have lost a lot of customers, so drivers earnings began to decrease. There is no reward for loyalty.I left Capital Transport in June 2023.

Poor management,  toxic culture , zero cares for drivers . Stressful job nearly minimum 11 hours a day no matter what they say. They don't pay incentives as they said. Even you drive 2 tone lwb Renault master still they send you small jobs you'll make around $100 -$150 max with 11 hours shift driven over $250 , Also they always make finish so far from home in peak hours they have zero care for drivers . Plus management speak with your really rude giving lectures as feel like we are in primary school plus management showed no respect to their drivers . WARNING STAY AWAY FROM THIS COURIER COMPANY.  THEY RIPPED OFF DRIVERS. 

A typical day at work would be making 40 phone calls per day as well as 8 appointments per day. I have learned a lot of time management skill on how to fit in the needs of my clients. Management is always supportive and always ready to assist if needed. My co-workers also assist in this way, and joint input is usually needed. The hardest part of the job is to ensure daily KPIs are met and making sure you effectively time manage yourself so you can achieve the require KPIs. The most enjoyable part of my job is meeting new people and maintaining existing relationships with clients

As a sub contractor courier driver there is lots of work if you want it.  The more you put in the more you are rewarded by way of income, bonuses, competition prizes, giveaways and more. 
The office staff are all exceptionally nice and supportive and always there to help and encourage you.
If you're looking to work in a Company that encourages growth and understands the work/life balance then Capital Transport Group Perth is where you'll find that.

Terrible company to work for, they will encourage you to buy a new van  which you will never be able to afford with what they pay.
  They will have their managers/ salesmen call you to encourage you but they are just trying to keep you onboard with their low wages.
They will try to offer you incentives and special jobs but they either don't pay them or they are not even worth the money.
   Don't be fooled by their promises and friendly salesmen, you will need to work long hours every day to even keep your head above water at this company. 
Friendly warning to all!

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