Driver - Side Lift

Cleanaway Waste Management; City of Hume; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Career development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Company discounts

Job summary

Cleanaway Waste Management in Tullamarine, VIC is seeking a permanent full‑time Side Lift Driver to service municipal contracts. You will operate the side lift vehicle, load/unload waste, and deliver to recycling and disposal facilities.

A strong safety focus and team‑oriented mindset are essential. Applicants should hold an HR Licence with 12+ months experience or Side Lift experience; training is provided for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• HR Licence with at least 12 months' experience.
• Strong work background; waste industry experience preferred.
• Side lift experience desirable; training provided.
• Willingness to undertake pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing.
• Availability between 5:00am and 5:00pm.
• A clean driving record.
• Team-first attitude and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate a side lift collection vehicle on municipal contracts.
• Carry out loading and unloading duties for waste collection.
• Deliver loads to nominated recycling and disposal facilities.
• Keep customer satisfaction high on every run.
• Maintain the presentation of your vehicle, inside and out.

Skills

HR Licence

Side Lift Experience

Waste Industry Experience

Job description

The Opportunity

You’ll be behind the wheel of a side lift collection vehicle servicing municipal contracts, a steady, well-supported role with a great crew, reliable hours, and a permanent position at the end of it.

• Operate a side lift collection vehicle on municipal contracts.
• Carry out loading and unloading duties for waste collection.
• Deliver loads to nominated recycling and disposal facilities.
• Keep customer satisfaction high on every run.
• Maintain the presentation of your vehicle, inside and out.

• Tullamarine, VIC
• Great hourly rate + OT Potential
• Full‑Time, Permanent

About You

• HR Licence with at least 12 months' experience, or Side Lift experience.
• A strong work background — waste industry experience would be amazing.
• Side lift experience is desirable but not essential — we’ll train the right candidate.
• Willingness to undertake pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing.
• Availability between 5:00am and 5:00pm.
• A clean driving record.
• An excellent work ethic, genuine commitment to safety and a team‑first attitude.

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 10,000 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.

Why join Cleanaway?

• Attractive salary package
• Career development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Annual employee share plan offer, novated leasing, optional flu vaccinations, EAP access, discounts on private health insurance, company discounts + much 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.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Applications Close

Vacancy no: 525113

Work Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Tullamarine VIC Australia

Categories

Drivers & Operators