Driver (Operator)

About the Company

North West Alliance (NWA) is a formal joint venture owned equally by Emu’s Nest and Veolia. The business focuses on environmentally responsible waste and water management, along with a range of industrial services, and plays a leading role in sustainable development in the region.

By joining the team, you become part of a group of committed people working to protect natural resources and support a cleaner, more sustainable future. The organisation offers a supportive environment where growth, training, and career development are encouraged.

Role Overview

This position is based in Karratha and suits a driver with an HR licence who is keen to work with multiple collection vehicles. The role involves delivering essential waste management services and being part of a team that keeps communities clean through waste and recycling collection.

What the Role Involves

• Operating under secure, long-term waste collection contracts.
• Driving HR-class vehicles, with prior experience preferred.
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety at all times.
• Moving waste streams to approved disposal sites.
• Delivering professional customer service to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Learning to operate different fleet vehicles and equipment.

What You Need

A valid HR licence is mandatory. Previous experience with HR vehicles is desirable, along with sound local knowledge of the Karratha area and a safety-first approach. The successful candidate must also be willing to complete a National Police Clearance and a role-relevant medical assessment.

Benefits

• Employee share plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted Bupa health insurance.
• Access to other corporate benefits.

Additional Information

The organisation values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and aims to provide workplaces where every person is treated fairly and with respect. Veterans are encouraged to explore opportunities through the company’s veterans information page. Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, as well as people from diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.

Recruitment is carried out in a fair, ethical, and transparent way, with selection based on merit only. Any candidate who has direct or indirect personal or professional connections with the company or with any related third party, including suppliers, customers, partners, or competitors, is required to disclose that relationship.