Vacuum Truck Operator

Ventia; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Southern Cross Health Insurance

Career progression within Ventia

Diverse day-to-day work

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator – Stormwater Technician based in Kaitaia to support stormwater operations and protect local waterways. You will operate a vacuum truck, service stormwater devices, and conduct water blasting while maintaining safety standards.

The role involves driving, waste transport, and documentation, with a strong team culture and opportunities for career progression within a leading infrastructure services company.

Qualifications

• Health, safety and environmental standards are a core requirement.
• NZ Class 2 Drivers Licence is essential.
• Dangerous Goods (DG) endorsement is required.
• Experience in stormwater, drainage, civil construction or utility maintenance is preferred.
• Confined Space and Gas Detection certs are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate a vacuum truck and associated equipment.
• Drive and transport waste to approved disposal facilities.
• Service and maintain stormwater infrastructure and devices.
• Perform water blasting and cleaning operations.
• Complete safety and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Safety mindset

Independent worker

Physical fitness

Job description

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What's in it for you?
Competitive hourly rate + Southern Cross Health Insurance
A supportive team culture with a strong safety focus
Career progression within a leading infrastructure services company
Variety in your day-to-day work with no two days the same

About the Role
Find your further with Ventia as a Vacuum Truck Operator – Stormwater Technician to join our dedicated team based in the beautiful Kaitaia!

As part of our stormwater operations team, you will play a key role in maintaining critical infrastructure and helping keep local communities and waterways safe.

This is a full-time position working 44hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and night work required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a vacuum truck and associated equipment
• Driving and transporting waste to approved disposal facilities
• Servicing and maintaining stormwater infrastructure and devices
• Water blasting and cleaning operations
• Completing safety and maintenance documentation

About You

• NZ Class 2 Drivers Licence
• Dangerous Goods (DG) endorsement
• Experience in stormwater, drainage, civil construction, or utility maintenance industries
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
• A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour in outdoor environments
• Confined Space and Gas Detection certifications (Advantageous)

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.