HR/HC Driver - Vacuum Tanker Operator

Stows Waste Management; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stows Waste Management – Campbellfield VIC is seeking an HR/HC driver to operate vacuum tanker equipment and deliver liquid waste services. The role requires early starts (4–5am) and a strong focus on safety and customer service.

You will perform daily vehicle inspections, maintain precise records and collaborate with the operations team to optimise workflows, contributing to safe, efficient client site services.

Qualifications

• Current HR or HC driver's licence required.
• Experience operating vacuum tanker or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong customer service focus and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum tanker equipment to collect and transport liquid waste.
• General start times around 4–5am, with earlier starts as required.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain detailed records.
• Ensure safe, compliant delivery of services to client sites.
• Collaborate with the operations team to optimise workflows.

Skills

HR/HC licence

Vacuum tanker operation

HSE knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Stows Waste Management – Campbellfield VIC

This is a full-time position based in Campbellfield, Victoria, working for Stows Waste Management, a leading provider of waste management and environmental services. As an HR/HC Driver - Vacuum Tanker Operator, you will play a crucial role in our road transport operations, operating specialised vacuum tanker equipment to deliver essential waste management services to our clients.

What you'll be doing

General start time is 4-5am with earlier starts required on occasion

Operating vacuum tanker equipment to collect and transport liquid waste

Ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of waste management services to client sites

Conducting daily vehicle inspections and maintaining detailed records

Adhering to all relevant health, safety and environmental regulations

Providing excellent customer service to clients

Collaborating with the wider operations team to optimise workflows

What we're looking for

A current HR or HC driver's licence

Experience operating vacuum tanker or similar specialised waste management equipment

Knowledge of relevant health, safety and environmental regulations

Strong customer service skills and a commitment to safety

The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Good communication and problem-solving skills

What we offer

At Stows Waste Management, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and flexible work environment. We offer competitive remuneration, opportunities for career development, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support our employees. If you're passionate about making a difference in the waste management industry, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

Stows Waste Management is a leading provider of waste management and environmental services in Australia. With over 140 years of industry experience, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to help our clients reduce their environmental impact. Our company values of safety, integrity and excellence guide everything we do, and we are committed to creating a positive, collaborative work culture for our employees.