_{06th October, 2026}

Our client is a well-established WA-owned business delivering environmental maintenance, civil and resource recovery services across Perth. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking experienced Vacuum Truck Operators to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Driver who enjoys a mix of driving and hands-on work and is looking for steady local hours with the opportunity to move into a permanent role.

Vacuum Truck Operator
Malaga Depot | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
$39.45 - $45.00/hr + super + penalties | Depending on experience Monday to Friday | Typically 6:30am - 2:40pm + overtime available Local Metro Work
PPE Supplied | Long-Term Opportunity

What Will You Be Doing?
Starting from the Malaga depot each morning, you'll head out in a company vehicle to jobs across the Perth metropolitan area. Your duties will include:

• Driving and operating a manual HR vacuum truck
• Cleaning and maintaining stormwater pits and drainage systems
• Completing daily pre-start checks and site documentation
• Lifting and handling hoses, snorkels and other equipment
• Opening and closing stormwater pit lids
• Carrying out high-pressure water cleaning
• Operating CCTV equipment and taking before-and-after photos of completed works
• Completing general manual labouring duties alongside the crew
• Reporting any site damage, incidents or safety concerns as required

Why Apply?
If you're after steady local work, strong rates and plenty of opportunity to earn more through overtime, this is a great role to get into. You'll also receive:

• Competitive hourly rates + overtime penalties
• Monday to Friday work with regular OT available
• Opportunity for additional and nightshift work
• Malaga-based start point with travel to sites in company vehicles
• All PPE supplied
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Supportive, experienced team
• Temp-to-perm with a genuine pathway to permanency

What Do You Need To Be Successful?

• Current Manual HR Driver's Licence
• Previous HR truck driving experience, ideally within waste, drainage or similar industries
• Current Construction White Card
• Physically fit and comfortable completing manual labouring duties
• Reliable, safety-focused team player with good communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol assessment
• Full Australian working rights

Interested?
If you would like to chat about this position, we would love to hear from you! Click "APPLY" or email your resume to resume4@pearlrec.com.au Alternatively, please call (08) 9474 9079 and ask for Teague, Josh or Amy.

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