Vacuum Truck Operator

Make a Difference in Your Community Every Day

Are you a reliable and safety-focused operator who enjoys working hand-on and keeping things moving? We’re looking for a Vacuum Truck Operator to join our team to operate and maintain a vacuum truck and associated equipment.

The purpose of the role
In this role, you will be responsible for collecting liquid waste, sludge, wastewater and other approved waste products from Council facilities and assets and discharging this at an authorised treatment or disposal facility.

What you’ll do:

• Operate vacuum pumps, hoses, valves and fittings.


• Complete site-specific risk assessments and establish appropriate exclusion zones, traffic controls and hose routes.


• Inspect tanks, pits, sumps, septic systems, interceptors and access points.


• Collect and maintain accurate transport and disposal records.


• Identify and report issues promptly with relevant evidence.

What we’re looking for:

• You will have a current, clean New Zealand drivers licence (Classes 2-5) as required.


• At least 2 years experience operating heavy vehicles and industrial equipment.


• Ability to work independently and prioritise routine and reactive work.


• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.


• Great communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive team where you will enjoy a varied, hands-on role where your skills contribute to keeping our community’s essential services running smoothly.

If this role sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

For further information about the role, please view the full job description via the following link: Vacuum Truck Operator - Vacancy Pack

This role will close on the Sunday 25 October 2026, but we will be assessing applications as they are received, so apply now!