Truck Driver / Recycling Plant Operator
Local Government | Logan Location
Immediate Start | $36.00 per hour + Super (PAYG)

Public Sector People are partnering with a local government client seeking an experienced Truck Driver / Recycling Plant Operator to support daily operations across the Logan Waste and Recycling Facilities.

This is a temporary labour hire opportunity through to January 2026, with potential for extension.

Based primarily at Browns Plains Waste & Recycling Facility, this role may involve work across additional sites including Beenleigh, Carbrook, Greenbank, Logan Village, and the Logan Recycling Market.
Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and transport vehicles, plant and equipment across multiple sites.
  • Operate machinery including self-propelled compactor, dozer, backhoe, loader and MR truck.
  • Conduct safe loading and unloading activities in accordance with National Heavy Vehicle Regulations (NHVR) and Chain of Responsibility (COR) legislation.
  • Perform site-based duties such as assisting customers, recovering recyclable materials, and maintaining safe exclusion zones.
  • Undertake pre-start checks, record daily timesheets, and maintain vehicles and plant to a high standard.
  • Provide exceptional customer service and maintain professionalism when liaising with the public and Council staff.
  • Ensure compliance with all workplace health and safety procedures and participate in relevant training.

About You

• HC Licence – essential for operating heavy vehicles.
  • White Card (General Safety Induction – Construction Industry).
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to assist with workshop and maintenance tasks.
  • Proven experience in tipper truck or truck and dog operations.
  • Knowledge of load restraint practices and heavy vehicle transport requirements.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team across varied sites.
  • Physically fit and able to meet the functional requirements of the role.

Highly Regarded:

• Forklift Licence (LF or LO).
• Verification of Competency (VOC) in Grader, Roller, Backhoe, Tractor or Excavator operations.

Mandatory Requirements

• Clean driver history report (covering 5 years, dated within the last month).
  • Pre-employment functional assessment.
  • Current vaccinations: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Tetanus and Q Fever (mandatory).

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a reputable and safety-focused local government team.
  • Varied, hands-on role across multiple operational sites.
  • Supportive team environment with strong WHS culture.
  • Immediate start – long-term contract through to January 2026.

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or explore other opportunities within Local, State or Federal Government, please contact:

Paul Johanson
T: 0401 857 515
E: [email protected]