Expression of Interest: Driver Academy & Operator Academy (VIC)

As part of our commitment to closing the gender gap among drivers and operators, Cleanaway delivers Driver and Operator Academies that break down barriers and create accessible pathways into the waste and resource recovery industry.

With women currently making up just 2% of driving roles across the industry, Cleanaway is proud to be taking action and inviting more women to explore careers behind the wheel and in heavy equipment operations.

If you’re curious about driving trucks or yellow gear operations and looking for a secure, full-time career, this information session is your opportunity to learn what’s possible. No prior experience is required; just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

 

Information Session Details

• When: Tuesday, 14 April
  2-hour sessions starting at 9:00am, 12:30pm or 4:00pm
• Where: Location within 8km of the Melbourne CBD, close to public transport
  (Shortlisted candidates will be advised by email)

This is an information session aimed at registering interest in upcoming Driver Academies in your area. Attendance doesn’t guarantee a place in the program, but it is an important prerequisite for being considered for future opportunities.

 

What the information session covers:

• Learn about the Driver Academy, our trucks and typical driving schedules

• Discover Cleanaway and the benefits of working with us

• Truck showcase – see one of our trucks up close

• Dedicated time for questions and discussion

• Practical tips on preparing for an interview

• On-the-day interviews to be considered for our talent pool

 

Is this role for you?

• Identify as a woman, female or non-binary

• Hold Australian Permanent Residency or are an Australian/NZ Citizen

• Have a current Australian car driver licence (or higher), held for at least 24 months, with a safe driving record

• Minimum 8 demerit points available on your driver’s licence

• Have access to a car (our depots and training sites are often in industrial areas with limited public transport access, and this is required for truck licensing)

• Are available for full-time work & commitment to early morning starts

• Have a genuine interest in trucks, driving, or heavy equipment

(You don’t need experience, just a positive attitude and willingness to learn. We’ll support you every step of the way!)

 

What the Driver Academy offers:

• Driver Academy- fully supported 5-week training program

• HR Licensing

• Operator Academy- fully supported 4-week training program

• Buddy system throughout your journey

• Uniforms and PPE provided

• Employee Share Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Staff benefits program, including novated car leasing, salary sacrificing on work-related purchases, discounts on private health insurance and more!

 

For more information on the different job roles for below programs, please follow the below links:

Yellow Gear - Cleanaway BrandHub

Driver Academy - Cleanaway BrandHub

 

 

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves several checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licenses and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing Employmentpathways@cleanaway.com.au

 

The Women’s Driver Academy strives to achieve substantive equality and is considered a special measure under section 7D of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) and under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC). The Women’s Driver Academy is undertaken by Cleanaway to address underrepresentation of women, female-identifying and non-binary persons as heavy vehicle drivers in municipal collections operations.