Front Lift / Hook Operator – Townsville

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced waste truck drivers, as well as HR drivers looking to develop their skills in the waste industry. A pathway to permanent employment is available for the right candidates.

• Location: Townsville, QLD
• Pay Rate: $44.38 per hour + applicable penalties
• Employment: Temp to Perm
• Hours: 38 hours per week
• Start Time: 4:45am starts – early birds required!
• Travel: Occasional travel to Ayr may be required, with a vehicle and fuel provided for work-related travel
• Industry: Waste Management / Collection Services

• Operate front lift / hook collection vehicles and associated equipment
• Safely load and unload bins and materials
• Deliver loads to nominated recycling and disposal facilities
• Complete daily pre-starts and vehicle maintenance checks
• Assist with bin runner duties when required
• Move and position large bins, requiring a reasonable level of physical fitness
• Interact professionally with customers and members of the public
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures
• Ensure safe operation of vehicles and equipment at all times

• Unrestricted Heavy Rigid (HR) Australian Licence OR Class 4 NZ Licence – minimum
• HR B-Synchro licences are suitable
• Ability to successfully obtain a Defence Pass, including a security/police check
• Driver History Report
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to work early morning starts

Front lift / hook truck experience is highly desirable.

Candidates with limited HR driving experience may also be considered and can undertake additional training where required.

Successful candidates will be required to complete:

• Driver History Report
• Site WH&S induction prior to commencement
• WH&S certificate must be presented to the site manager on arrival

We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic and reliable attendance
• A genuine commitment to safety
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Reasonable physical fitness
• Previous waste collection, front lift, hook truck or heavy vehicle experience is highly regarded

If you’re an experienced HR driver looking for a stable opportunity in Townsville's waste industry, we want to hear from you!

Apply now with your current resume.

About Engage
Engage provides specialist recruitment and labour solutions to the industrial, engineering, manufacturing, building and construction, and mining sectors across Australia. We are trusted by some of the country’s leading organisations to deliver reliable, skilled, and job-ready candidates for both casual and permanent positions.