Vacuum Truck Operator, Kaikohe
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Ventia

Vacuum Truck Operator

  • Posted 3w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Kaikohe

Job Description

What's in it for you?


  • Competitive hourly rate + Southern Cross Health Insurance
  • A supportive team culture with a strong safety focus
  • Career progression within a leading infrastructure services company
  • Variety in your day-to-day work with no two days the same


About the Role


Find your further with Ventia as a Vacuum Truck Operator – Stormwater Technician to join our dedicated team based in the beautiful Kaitaia!


As part of our stormwater operations team, you will play a key role in maintaining critical infrastructure and helping keep local communities and waterways safe.


This is a full-time position working 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and night work required.


Key Responsibilities


  • Operating a vacuum truck and associated equipment
  • Driving and transporting waste to approved disposal facilities
  • Servicing and maintaining stormwater infrastructure and devices
  • Water blasting and cleaning operations
  • Completing safety and maintenance documentation


About You


  • NZ Class 2 Drivers Licence
  • Dangerous Goods (DG) endorsement
  • Experience in stormwater, drainage, civil construction, or utility maintenance industries
  • A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards
  • A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour in outdoor environments
  • Confined Space and Gas Detection certifications (Advantageous)


Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.


How to apply


To continue finding your further at Ventia, submit your application by clicking Apply. You are encouraged to inform your manager or supervisor before applying for an internal vacancy. Alternatively, you must notify them once you are invited to interview.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Driving
  • Operating Vacuum Truck
  • Safety Documentation
  • Stormwater Maintenance

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Ability to Work Independently
  • Positive Attitude

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • 💯 Employee Mentoring Program
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 💹 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🖥 Computer Assistance
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🍇 Fruit Box
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  • 🐾 Dog Friendly
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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