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, QLD
• Hourly rate of $35.77 per hour plus super, applicable from October 2026
• Minimum 38 hours per week + penalties for overtime
• Induction, 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 minimum
• Good traffic history report
• Good attitude, reliable, and willing to learn 
• Willing to take a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test
• Ability 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 role
• Great rates, penalties and overtime
• 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 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 environment 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.