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$40.00 - $40.50 an hour

Temp to perm, Full-time

12 hour shift, Overtime, 10 hour shift, Shift work

Gold Coast QLD

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HR Vacuum Truck Operator - Sewer, Water, Drainage Services

Location: Wakerley

Employment: Casual - Ongoing | Temp-to-Permanent Opportunity

No Experience is required, candidates with the right attitude and transferable skills is highly encouraged to apply.

About Business

Established provider of drainage, pipeline and industrial services, delivering solutions across sewer, stormwater and associated infrastructure.

With a strong operational footprint and continued demand across the sector this business provides an opportunity to build a long-term career in an essential services industry where no two days are the same.

iStaff is currently looking for reliable and motivated HR Vacuum Truck Operators to join the team.

The Role

This is a hands-on operational role working as part of a drainage and industrial services crew. You will be involved in a variety of field-based projects and services, including vacuum loading, drain cleaning, confined space and working at heights.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving and operating HR vacuum tanker trucks
• Operating vacuum loading and associated equipment
• Assisting with Drain cleaning
• Completing daily vehicle and equipment checks
• Setting up and packing down job sites
• Handling hoses and associated equipment
• Willingness to work in confined space and working at heights
• Assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of trucks and equipment
• Working collaboratively with operators, offsiders and supervisors
• Providing a professional service while working on client sites

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who have the right attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Current HR Driver Licence
• White Card
• Confined Space ticket - or willingness to obtain
• Working at Heights ticket - or willingness to obtain
• Ability to complete a TruckSafe Medical and Drug & Alcohol screen
• Own reliable transport to get to the depot
• Ability to work physically demanding shifts
• Flexibility around start and finish times
• Willingness to work overtime and additional days when required
• A strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Why Join:

This isn't designed to be just another short-term labour hire assignment.

The opportunity provides:

• Ongoing, consistent work
• Approximately 5-6 days per week, depending on operational requirements
• Potential for 10-12 hour shifts
• Exposure to specialised drainage and industrial services equipment
• Opportunity to develop additional industry skills and tickets
• A clear temp-to-permanent pathway
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a Tier one Client
• Support from iStaff throughout your placement and transition

Build a Career in Essential Services

Drainage, sewer and stormwater infrastructure requires ongoing inspection, cleaning and maintenance regardless of economic conditions.

If you're an experienced HR driver looking to move away from standard transport work and develop practical skills within the industrial and drainage services industry, this could be the opportunity for you.

Pay: $40.00 – $40.50 per hour

Work Location: In person