ABOUT THE ROLE

Join JJ’S as an HR Truck Driver / Waste Operator based out of our Hume (Canberra) depot, serving the local area.

You’ll be behind the wheel of our safe, modern, and well‑maintained waste collection vehicle - supported by on‑site workshops and our bespoke in‑truck technologies.

As we are an essential service provider, you will benefit from a stable and permanent role, regular hours with the opportunity for overtime, attractive pay rates, and bonuses.

ABOUT YOU

- Hold a current HR licence
- Experience with Rear Lift, Crane, Hook Lift, Side Lift, or Front Lift trucks is preferred (however, full training will be provided)
- An early riser – with shifts commencing around 4-6am
- Reliable and punctual – you show up on time
- Able to follow a driver run sheet, but flexible and resourceful enough to adapt on the go
- Physically capable and enough strength to engage in regular manual handling, including loading and unloading bins
- Professional and approachable – the friendly face of JJs to our customers and a team player
- Safety‑conscious and committed to following all policies & procedures
- Willing to complete a pre‑employment medical and drug/alcohol test
- Able to provide a 5‑year traffic history at the interview

BENEFITS

- Comprehensive training and support
- Career development and growth opportunities
- The security of an essential services industry
- Uniform and PPE provided | Onsite parking at our Hume depot
- Full‑time, permanent role with attractive pay
- $45 per hour + Super | OVERTIME & BONUSES
- Discounted health fund membership
- Fitness Passport eligible company




- Salary sacrificing and novated leasing options
- Exclusive banking partnerships offering financial, budgeting, and mortgage advice
- Cashback at over 100 retailers, including groceries and fuel
- Savings on car servicing, parts, accessories, and new vehicle purchases

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling is Australia’s largest family‑owned and operated waste management company. From our beginnings as a small family business, we’ve grown into a global operation servicing Australia, Current Zealand and the United States.

We’re actively involved in environmental management and training, converting waste into clean energy, diverting food waste from landfill by turning it into compost, and manufacturing customised waste management equipment. We also specialise in asbestos removal, refining and recycling oil, managing and maintaining our fleet in‑house, and leveraging our own bespoke technology systems. On top of that, we operate a dedicated scientific and medical distribution division — making us a truly diverse and innovative organisation.

Despite our size, we are still a family‑run business and along with that comes good old fashion family values, such as honesty, integrity, humility and respect. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, reliability and performance, where every employee is valued and supported to grow, contribute and succeed. We remain focused on the future – investing in our people, service provision, safety, technology and sustainable waste solutions.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role visit: jjswaste.com.au/careers

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📌 Truck Driver | Waste Operator - Canberra
🏢 JJ's Waste & Recycling
📍 Canberra