waste truck driver - side loader

• Employment Type: Short-Term Contracts / Temporary Relief

• Pay Rate: $54.48 + Super

Get On Board for Upcoming Local Council Contracts!

Are you an experienced HR Driver with hands-on experience operating Side Loaders?

Working in local government waste management offers structured day shifts, local routes, and well-maintained modern fleets. Express your interest today to ensure you’re first in line for a 3 months contract!

What We Offer

• Local Runs: Work locally within municipal boundaries - no long hauls.

• Great Hours: Fulltime hours with regular day-shift rosters.

• Flexibility: Ideal for experienced drivers seeking short-term contracts, filling gaps between commitments, or wanting regular temporary relief work.

• Quality Fleet: Well-maintained modern side and rear-loading dual-control vehicles.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating side-loader collection vehicles for residential wheelie bin services (kerbside waste, recycling, and organic green waste).

• Conducting daily vehicle pre-start checks, defect reporting, and maintaining fleet cleanliness.

• Navigating established council collection routes safely and efficiently using onboard technology/maps.

• Adhering strictly to council safety procedures, route schedules, and pedestrian safety protocols.

What We’re Looking For

• Licence: Current Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver’s Licence (or higher) with a clean driving record.

• Experience: Proven experience operating Side Loader waste collection trucks.

• Safety First: Strong commitment to WHS, site risk assessment, and safe heavy vehicle operations.

• Availability: Ideal start in end of August

Express Your Interest Today!

📩 Apply Today with an up-to-date resume outlining your waste driving experience, or contact our Industrial & Local Government Team for a confidential discussion.

sen.abey@randstad.com.au or call 0400 631 711

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.