Waste Collection Driver

DWaste Environmental Solutions

Logan City

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

D-Waste is seeking a reliable HR Waste Truck Driver to join our team in Logan City, Queensland. This full-time, hands-on role focuses on safe and efficient collection and transport of waste across local runs.

You will operate front lift, rear lift, hook lift or side loader vehicles as required, perform daily pre-starts, follow safety procedures, complete run sheets, and provide courteous service to customers and site contacts.

Qualifications

  • Must maintain a good driving record and commit to safe driving practices.
  • Punctual and reliable with a safety-first mindset.
  • Physically fit for outdoor, practical work.
  • Waste industry experience is highly regarded.
  • Current medical certificate confirming fitness for work is required before commencement.
  • Drivers may be subject to workplace drug testing as per D-Waste requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Operate waste collection vehicles safely and efficiently (front lift, rear lift, hook lift or side loader as required).
  • Complete daily vehicle pre-starts and basic safety checks.
  • Follow all workplace health, safety and site procedures.
  • Complete run sheets and collection documentation accurately.
  • Provide professional and courteous service to customers and site contacts.

Skills

Safe driving
Punctuality
Reliability
Physical fitness
Waste industry experience
Medical certificate
Drug testing compliance

Job description

This is a hands-on driving role focused on the safe and efficient collection and transport of waste across local runs.

Key responsibilities
  • Operate waste collection vehicles safely and efficiently, including front lift, rear lift, hook lift or side loader vehicles as required.
  • Complete daily vehicle pre-starts and basic safety checks.
  • Follow all workplace health, safety and site procedures.
  • Complete run sheets and required collection documentation accurately.
  • Provide professional and courteous service to customers and site contacts.
About you
  • Good driving record and a strong commitment to safe driving.
  • Reliable, punctual and safety focused.
  • Physically fit and comfortable working in a practical, outdoor role.
  • Waste industry or front lift experience is highly regarded.
  • A current medical certificate confirming fitness for work will be required before commencement.
  • Drivers are subject to workplace drug testing in accordance with D-Waste requirements.
About us

D-Waste is seeking a reliable HR Waste Truck Driver to join our team full time, commencing ASAP. We offer stable, full-time employment with immediate start for the right person, consistent local waste collection work, and a supportive team environment with well-maintained equipment.

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