Hybrid Driver and Factory Operator

Shred-X; Canberra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Weekday schedule

Overtime pay

KPI bonus

Uniform provided

EAP support

Job summary

Shred-X is seeking a hands-on Driver/Factory Sorter in Canberra to support local collections and deliveries while backing up factory operations. You will play a key role in protecting client information and sustaining recycling and waste management services.

This role requires MR Truck Licence and Forklift Licence, a safety‑first mindset, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• A valid MR Truck Licence with a clean driving record.
• A current Forklift Licence.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to safety, service and sustainability.
• Experience in transport, logistics, or warehouse/factory ops (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Complete local collection and delivery runs safely and on time.
• Load and unload vehicles, ensure loads are secure and within limits.
• One night per week away on regional route.
• Represent Shred-X positively with customers and the public.
• Maintain vehicles with daily pre-start checks.
• Support factory ops, including sorting, shredding, and baling.
• Move and store goods safely using forklifts and equipment.
• Keep a clean, compliant, and efficient work environment.
• Follow WHS, environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

MR Licence

Forklift Licence

Team player

Time management

Safety conscious

Customer service

Job description

Driver / Factory Sorter - Keep Operations Moving with Shred-X

Drive Sustainability. Deliver Secure Recycling.

Shred-X, part of the Freightways Ltd group, is Australia's leader in secure destruction, recycling, and sustainable waste management. We're looking for a motivated and reliable Driver / Factory Sorter to join our ACT Branch.

In this key hands-on role, you'll primarily support our logistics operations—completing customer collections and deliveries safely and efficiently — while providing essential backup support within the factory. Your work will help protect our clients' information and resources and keep our recycling and sustainability operations running smoothly.

What You'll Do

• Complete local collection and delivery runs in a safe, timely, and professional manner


• Load and unload vehicles, ensuring materials are secure and compliant with load limits


• One night per week away on regional route


• Represent Shred-X positively when dealing with customers and the public


• Maintain vehicles to a clean and roadworthy standard, completing daily pre-start checks


• Support factory operations as needed, including sorting, shredding, and baling of materials


• Assist in moving and storing goods safely using forklifts and other equipment


• Help maintain a clean, compliant, and efficient work environment


• Follow all company WHS, environmental, and operational procedures

What You Bring

• A valid Medium Rigid (MR) Truck Licence with a strong, safe driving record (essential)


• A current Forklift Licence (essential)


• A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a team


• Good time management and attention to detail


• A strong commitment to safety, service, and sustainability


• Experience in transport, logistics, or warehouse/factory operations (desirable)

Why Join Shred-X?

• Full-time, stable employment in a growing and respected industry leader


• Monday to Friday role - rare weekend work


• 45-hour week with 7 hours at time-and-a-half pay guaranteed weekly


• Quarterly KPI bonus program


• Uniform provided and ongoing training


• Employee discounts and national staff benefits


• Positive, inclusive, and team-oriented work culture


• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - diverse backgrounds, experience, and perspectives are valued.