HR Hook Lift Truck Driver

Wanless Waste Management Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

Overtime allowances

Modern fleet, uniforms and PPE

Friendly, safety-focused workplace

Wanless Recognition & Rewards Program

Discounts via WORK app

Free EAP for you and family

Job summary

Wanless Waste Management Pty in Brisbane seeks an experienced HR Hook Lift Truck Driver to join our team based in Virginia, servicing sites across the greater Brisbane area. You will collect and deliver hook lift bins safely and on time, working across commercial and industrial sites while providing professional service to customers.

The role includes early morning starts, overtime as required and rostered weekend work.

Qualifications

• Current Australian HR driver's licence is required.
• Proven full-time experience operating hook lift waste trucks.
• Experience driving waste trucks in metropolitan Brisbane traffic.
• Strong understanding of transport safety, compliance and safe loading.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexibility for early starts, overtime and weekend work.
• Clean driving record and ability to provide traffic history.
• Physical fitness and ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver hook lift bins on time and safely.
• Work safely around traffic, heavy vehicles and machinery at sites.
• Perform daily pre-start inspections and safety documentation.
• Ensure vehicle is clean and ready for service.
• Maintain communication with the operations team and customers.

Skills

HR Licence

Hook Lift Trucks

Customer Service

Safety Conscious

Job description

Wanless Waste Management is a proudly Australian-owned and operated company, built on a foundation of integrity, service and innovation. Since our inception, we’ve experienced rapid growth, driven by fair pricing, a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, and our ability to deliver quality, timely service.

We are more than a waste management business. At Wanless, we are industry leaders in resource recovery, recycling and sustainable waste solutions. Our mission is to rethink waste, reduce environmental impact, and help businesses and communities transition to a circular economy.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for like‑minded individuals who share our passion for sustainability, innovation, and making a real difference. Join us and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of waste management in Australia.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, we’re seeking an experienced HR Hook Lift Truck Driver to join our team based in Virginia, servicing sites across the greater Brisbane area.

You will collect and deliver hook lift bins safely and on time, working across commercial and industrial sites while providing professional service to customers.

The role includes early morning starts, overtime as required and rostered weekend work. Previous full‑time hook lift waste truck driving experience is essential.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and deliver hook lift bins in a timely and safe manner
• Work safely around traffic, heavy vehicles and machinery on active commercial and industrial sites
• Complete daily pre‑start inspections, maintenance checks, paperwork and safety documentation
• Comply with workplace health and safety, Chain of Responsibility and heavy vehicle requirements
• Keep the vehicle clean, presentable and ready for service
• Communicate throughout the day with the operations team and customers on site

About you

You’re an experienced, dependable and safety‑focused hook lift driver who takes pride in your vehicle, your work and the service you provide.

You will have:

• A current Australian HR driver’s licence
• Proven full‑time experience operating hook lift waste trucks
• Experience driving waste trucks in metropolitan and greater Brisbane traffic
• A strong understanding of transport safety, compliance and safe loading practices
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Flexibility to work early starts, overtime and rostered weekends
• A clean driving record and the ability to provide a current traffic history
• Physical fitness, reliability and the ability to pass a pre‑employment medical, police check and drug and alcohol testing

What’s on Offer

• Permanent full‑time, stable employment with an immediate start available
• Overtime and allowances available
• Modern, well‑maintained fleet, company‑supplied uniforms and PPE
• A friendly, down-to‑earth workplace with a strong safety culture
• Wanless Recognition & Rewards Program
• Access to discounts and cashback via the Employment Hero WORK app
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family

Due to the large number of applications; only successful candidates will be contacted.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life, and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.