Vacuum Truck Operator (Temp-to-Perm)

About the role

A WA-owned business delivering environmental maintenance, civil and resource recovery services across Perth is hiring experienced Vacuum Truck Operators. The role starts from the Malaga depot and involves a mix of driving and hands-on work, with steady local hours and a temp-to-permanent pathway.

Key responsibilities

• Drive and operate a manual HR vacuum truck
• Clean and maintain stormwater pits and drainage systems
• Complete daily pre-start checks and site documentation
• Lift and handle hoses, snorkels and other equipment
• Open and close stormwater pit lids
• Carry out high-pressure water cleaning
• Operate CCTV equipment and take before-and-after photos
• Complete general manual labouring duties alongside the crew
• Report site damage, incidents or safety concerns

Required profile

• Current manual HR driver's licence
• Previous HR truck driving experience, ideally in waste, drainage or similar industries
• Current Construction White Card
• Physically fit and able to do manual labouring
• Reliable, safety-focused team player with good communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol assessment
• Full Australian working rights

What we offer

• Pay of $39.45-$45.00 per hour plus superannuation and penalties, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday work, typically 6:30am-2:40pm, with regular overtime available
• Possibility of additional and night-shift work
• All PPE supplied
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Supportive, experienced team