HR Waste Truck Driver - Rear Lift

Waste Clear Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual role

Opportunities to progress to full-time

Competitive pay

Vehicle training provided

Job summary

Waste Clear Pty in Sydney, NSW is seeking a Rear Lift Truck Driver - Waste & Recycling to join our team in Wetherill Park. You'll operate waste compactor or table top trucks, collect rubbish and recycling, and support day-to-day operations.

Casual role with potential to progress to full-time, training provided, competitive pay, and variety across multiple sites. You will use an onboard tablet, perform daily vehicle checks, and uphold safety and environmental regs.

Qualifications

• Valid MR licence or higher is required.
• 1 year experience in a similar truck driving role preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a safety focus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Physically fit with hands-on approach.
• Waste removal/logistics experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a waste compactor truck or table top truck with tail lifter to collect and transport rubbish and recyclables.
• Provide excellent customer service at client sites.
• Use onboard tablet to record services and bin counts.
• Load and unload waste and recycling materials.
• Assist with site roll outs including wheelie bin preparation and building.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and collections.
• Keep vehicles clean and roadworthy.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Support the operations team and report to the Operations Manager.
• Perform manual handling and other physical tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Hands-on

MR license

Job description

As a Rear Lift Truck Driver - Waste & Recycling at Waste Clear, you will play a vital role in the company's day-to-day operations. This position is based in Wetherill Park, NSW and involves the collection and transport of waste and recyclables from various residential and commercial locations and day to day operational support to the business. We have a range of vehicles in our fleet from Light Rigid, Medium Rigid to Heavy Rigid.

Full training will be provided.

What you'll be doing

Safely operating a waste compactor truck or table top truck with tail lifter to pick up and transport general rubbish, recycling streams, bulky items and other materials.

Providing excellent customer service when undertaking services on client sites.

Utilizing onboard tablet to complete services and maintain accurate records of number of bins collected.

Loading and unloading of waste and recycling materials.

Assisting with new site roll outs, including preparing and building of wheelie bins.

Completing daily vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to ensure the truck is in safe and roadworthy condition.

Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections, and other operational activities.

Maintaining your vehicles in a clean and roadworthy manner.

Adhering to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations

Providing support to the operations team as required and reporting directly to the Operations Manager.

Manual handling and physical tasks.

What we're looking for

A valid Medium Rigid (MR) driver's licence or higher

Preferred 1 year experience in a similar truck driving role, preferably in the waste management or logistics industry. (Not essential)

Strong communication and customer service skills.

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A physically fit individual with a can-do attitude.

Someone comfortable with hands‑on tasks.

Prior experience in waste removal, rubbish removals or related fields is a bonus but not essential.

What we offer

Casual role with opportunity to progress to full-time employment

Competitive pay and stable hours

Variety in your daily work across multiple sites

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Career growth within a trusted and respected waste‑management company

About us

Waste Clear' is a leading provider of waste management, recycling services and bulk rubbish removals in the Sydney region. With a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, we work closely with residential, commercial clients & government agencies to help them manage their waste generation. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering exceptional service and contributing to a cleaner, greener future.