Waste Collection Driver - HR Rear Lift

WorkPac Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $44.74/hr + penalties

Super on all hours

Benefits (Wellbeing Hub & Flare)

Job summary

WorkPac Group in Canberra is seeking an experienced HR Rear Lift Driver to join our client’s team. You will operate an HR rear lift waste collection truck, complete residential and commercial routes, and ensure on-time collections while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires a current HR licence, previous HR driving experience in waste management, strong safety focus, and good communication. A pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen are required.

Qualifications

• Current HR driver's licence.
• Previous HR driving experience, ideally within waste management or rear lift operations.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good communication skills and a reliable work ethic.
• Ability to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Operating an HR rear lift waste collection truck safely and efficiently.
• Completing residential and commercial waste collection runs.
• Servicing allocated routes and ensuring collections are completed on schedule.
• Operating rear lift equipment and following safe loading procedures.
• Conducting pre-start vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Maintaining accurate paperwork and complying with road safety and site procedures.

Skills

HR driving experience

Safety consciousness

Good communication

Reliable work ethic

Job description

WorkPac Group in Canberra is seeking an experienced HR Rear Lift Driver to join our client’s team. You will operate an HR rear lift waste collection truck, complete residential and commercial routes, and ensure on-time collections while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires a current HR licence, previous HR driving experience in waste management, strong safety focus, and good communication. A pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen are required.