Driver - Leading Hand

Cleanaway; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company based in North Melbourne is seeking an experienced Driver - Leading Hand for full-time work. The role involves leading a team of drivers, coordinating schedules, and ensuring operational efficiency. Candidates must possess a Heavy Rigid Licence and relevant experience in the waste or transport industry. This position offers a competitive salary package and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working arrangements

Career opportunities in a high growth environment

Paid parental leave

Employee share program

Company discounts

Health insurance discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum HR Licence required.
• Experience in the waste, transport, or logistics industry preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills necessary.
• Understanding of safety and compliance procedures essential.
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of drivers.
• Coordinate driver runs and set rosters.
• Operate waste collection vehicles.
• Conduct prestart checks and ensure timely departures.
• Assist with training new drivers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Safety and compliance knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence

Job description

Overview

Based at our North Melbourne branch, we are seeking an experienced HR Driver with leadership experience for full-time work performing essential services throughout the region. This role will be approx 3 days driving and 2 days in the office!

As a Driver - Leading Hand, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting a team of drivers, along with supporting our Operations Supervisor
• Setting rosters and coordinating driver runs
• Operating waste collection vehicles such as rear and side lift
• Ensuring all prestart checks are carried out and drivers depart depot on schedule
• Assist with training new drivers and supporting ongoing team development
• Completing all records and paperwork accurately, as directed and required

About You

• Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence as a minimum
• Experience in the waste, transport or logistics industry
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Solid understanding of safety and compliance procedures
• Basic computer and mobile technology skills
• Willing to take a Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol test

About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance. We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities Nationally.

Our mission is to make a sustainable future possible. To some, waste may seem like an ordinary part of everyday life but we know it has extraordinary potential. We see all waste as a resource, and use our facilities and processes to transform it into valuable commodities for every sector, industry and community.

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status. We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
• Supportive and safe work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and more

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

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