Due to winning a long-term council contract commencing 1st of December, we are seeking experienced HR Drivers to join the team at our Cairns depot. Must be able to commence paid training during November in Cairns or be available to travel to Brisbane for 1 week of training if required (travel and accommodation paid for by Cleanaway)

Permanent – Full time Position – Cairns, QLDHourly rate of $35.77 per hour plus super, applicable from October 2026Minimum 38 hours per week + penalties for overtimeInduction, training and uniforms provided

The Opportunity

In this role, you will be responsible for operating a waste collection vehicle. This may include rear lift, side lift and front lift trucks, servicing our customers across the region.

About You

HR Licence as a minimumGood traffic history reportGood attitude, reliable, and willing to learn Willing to take a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol testAbility to commence training in November in Cairns or be available to travel to Brisbane for 1 week of training if required (travel and accommodation paid for by Cleanaway)Waste industry experience is not required (highly regarded)

Why Cleanaway

Safe and reliable fleet maintained in our modern workshops, with onsite parking, PPE and uniform provided.Zero harm safety culture: the safety, health and well-being of our people and the communities where we operate are our first and foremost consideration.Great company benefits: Employee discounted share purchase scheme, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP and more.Australia’s largest waste management company: career,



training and development opportunities.Company commitment to diversity and inclusion programs: 18 weeks paid primary carer leave top-up

Why Cleanaway

Full-time, permanent roleGreat rates, penalties and overtimeSafe and reliable fleet maintained in our modern workshops, with onsite parking, PPE and uniform provided.Zero harm safety culture: the safety, health and well-being of our people and the communities where we operate are our first and foremost consideration.Great company benefits: Employee discounted share purchase scheme, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP and more.Australia’s largest waste management company: career, training and development opportunities.Company commitment to diversity and inclusion programs: 18 weeks paid primary carer leave top-up and options for flexible work.

Who We Are

Cleanaway is Australia’s largest waste management organisation with over 10,000 employees working at over 400 sites. We have been around in Australia for over 50 years, delivering solutions that offer extraordinary benefits not just for our customers, but for our communities and the workplace we live in. Cleanaway provides sustainable waste management solutions to a range of customers, including councils, small businesses, large corporate entities and government agencies.

Cleanaway is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, mature age and early careers, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

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Vacancy no:

524655

Work Type

Permanent - Full Time, Casual

Location:

Cairns QLD Australia

Categories

Drivers & Operators

📌 HR Driver (Cairns)
🏢 Cleanaway Waste Management
📍 Cairns