Rear Lift Driver

Randstad; Gosford; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier Pay

Consistent Work

Career Pathway

Fleet Quality

Job summary

Randstad Pty is seeking an experienced Heavy Rigid (HR) Truck Driver for a temporary assignment in Gosford, NSW. The role covers rear-load or hook-lift operations with a base rate of $52.00 per hour, plus overtime and superannuation.

Full-time hours with regular overtime offer strong potential to transition to permanent employment. You will join a safety-focused team servicing municipal and commercial routes, operating modern fleet vehicles and adhering to strict safety and compliance protocols.

Qualifications

• Current HR driver’s licence with clean driving history.
• Willingness to pass National Police Clearance and Pre-Employment Medical.
• Ability to pass regular drug & alcohol screens.
• 2 years HR driving experience or waste/related sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate HR rear/load or hook-lift trucks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections and report minor maintenance.
• Interact professionally with clients and the public.
• Adhere to NHVR road rules and zero-harm safety protocols.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reliability

Independent work

Education

HR driver’s licence

Tools

Nationwide NHVR rules

Job description

HR Truck Driver – Rear / Hook Lift | Gosford

• Rate: $52.00 per hour (Base) + Overtime + Super

• Location: Gosford, NSW

• Hours: Full-Time Hours + Regular Overtime

• Type: Temporary assignment with genuine potential to transition to permanent

A leading waste management organisation based in Gosford is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver to join their operations. Operating either rear-load or hook-lift collection vehicles, you will play a vital role in servicing local municipal and commercial routes.

What We Offer

• Top-Tier Pay: $52.00/hr base rate, with lucrative overtime rates.

• Consistent Work: Guaranteed full-time hours with daily overtime available.

• Career Pathway: High potential for long-term permanency for reliable, top-performing drivers.

• Fleet Quality: Access to a modern, well-maintained fleet and an established, supportive operational team.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of HR collection trucks (Rear Lift / Hook Lift).

• Daily pre-start vehicle inspections and minor maintenance reporting.

• Professional interaction with clients and members of the public.

• Strict adherence to NHVR road rules, fatigue management guidelines, and zero-harm safety protocols.

What You Need to Bring

• Licence: Current Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence or higher (clean driving history).

• Experience:

  • Prior waste industry experience is highly regarded.

  • OR a minimum of 2 years continuous HR driving experience in other heavy transport/distribution sectors.

• Safety & Compliance:

  • Ability to pass a National Police Clearance.

  • Ability to pass a comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical (incorporating functional assessment).

  • Strict adherence to zero-tolerance policies: must pass regular drug & alcohol screens.

• Attitude: Punctual, reliable, physically fit, and able to work independently.