Ongoing Progression, Training & Development | Full-Time | Permanent RoleProudly Family-Owned | Operated Across Australia and Internationally90+ Years of Trusted Experience | Join a Stable and Essential Industry | CanberraJJ's iconic green and gold fleet of trucks are out on the road every day, keeping our communities moving.Despite this, we are much more than meets the eye, with 23 divisions - spanning research and development, bespoke technology and equipment, maintenance of heavy vehicles, in house advisory, through to oil refining, and converting waste into clean energy, over 140 sites internationally, nearly 3,500 employees, and a fleet of over 2,500 vehicles.With our people at the heart of the JJ's, the Company is proud to offer a broad range of career pathways, from Drivers, Mechanics, Engineers, IT, Administration, Safety, Finance, and beyond.Work with us!
ABOUT THE ROLEJoin JJ's as a Labourer / Yard Hand based out of our Canberra depot.On a day-to-day basis, this role will require you to be responsible for a variety of depot tasks including: cardboard baling, completing bin repairs and maintenance, bin preparation, vehicle washing and detailing, machine operation and general labouring duties.We are looking for someone with the ability to learn quickly, demonstrate a willingness to undertake a variety of administration tasks, and have excellent problem solving and time management skills.As we are an essential service provider, you will benefit from a stable and permanent role, regular hours with the opportunity for overtime.The role will involve:Perform general housekeeping duties maintaining a high standard of site complianceOperation of various fixed & mobile plant equipment & heavy vehiclesMaintaining routine work records and inventoriesCarrying out non-technical maintenance tasks internally and externally as requiredManual handling around the yard and facilitiesLitter collection and yard stocktakesABOUT YOUMR licence - Essential - HR licence idealCurrent forklift and skid steer licence/tickets / street sweeperOther mobile plant tickets - desirableAble to demonstrate self-management and good communication skillsReliable and punctual - you show up on time, ready to get the job doneAn early riser – with shifts commencing around 7amPhysically capable and enough strength to engage in regular manual handling, including loading and unloading binsProfessional and approachable - the friendly face of JJs to our customers and a team playerSafety-conscious and committed to following all policies and proceduresWilling to complete a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol testAble to provide a 5-year traffic history at the interviewBENEFITSWe appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:Full-time, permanent role with attractive pay - $42 per hour + SuperUniform and PPE provided | Onsite parking at our local depotCareer development and growth opportunitiesComprehensive training and supportDiscounted health fund membershipFitness Passport eligible companySalary sacrificing and novated leasing optionsExclusive banking partnerships offering financial, budgeting, and mortgage adviceCashback at over 100 retailers, including groceries and fuelSavings on car servicing, parts, accessories, and new vehicle purchasesThe security of an essential services industryNEXT STEPSInterested applicants shouldDepending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this could include phone and/or face-to-face interviews, skills-based assessments, pre-employment medicals and of course,



an opportunity to meet the team.To view our other vacancies or more information about the role visit: jjswaste.com.au/careersABOUT THE COMPANYFounded in ****, 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, New 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 cutting-edge 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.No agencies please, we've got this one covered!
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📌 Labourer / Yard Hand - Canberra
🏢 JJ's Waste & Recycling
📍 Canberra