Job description

Business Overview Sandgroper Contracting is a locally owned industrial cleaning and liquid waste specialist servicing Western Australia’s resource, energy and infrastructure sectors. We provide specialised industrial cleaning, vacuum excavation, liquid waste management and high-pressure water-jetting services to clients across the resources, mining, energy, construction and infrastructure industries.

The Role We are seeking an experienced Ultra High Pressure (UHP) / Vacuum Truck Operator to join our team on a full-time basis. The Ultra High Pressure (UHP) / Vacuum Truck Operator is responsible for operating specialised mobile plant and equipment to undertake high-pressure cleaning, plant clean-up, hydro excavation, vacuum loading and industrial waste removal across mining and industrial sites.

Key Responsibilities Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Operate vacuum trucks and associated vacuum equipment for hydro excavation, waste removal and industrial cleaning activities.
• Operate UHP and high-pressure water cleaning equipment to clean plant, machinery and work areas.
• Undertake tank cleaning, conveyor chute cleaning and conveyor clean-up using specialised vacuum and high-pressure equipment.
• Provide vacuum truck and mobile plant support during mine site shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Remove, contain and transport controlled waste in accordance with site and environmental requirements.
• Set up, operate and monitor vacuum, pumping and high-pressure equipment.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections and routine maintenance of vacuum trucks, pumps, hoses and associated equipment.
• Perform general repairs and maintenance arising from day-to-day operation of equipment.
• Identify and report equipment faults, damage and maintenance requirements.
• Follow site safety procedures, SWMS, JSEA, environmental requirements and manufacturer's operating instructions.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, maintenance personnel and other site operators to complete work safely and efficiently.

Essential Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
• A minimum of one year’s experience operating vacuum trucks or specialised mobile plant.
• Experience with high-pressure cleaning, hydro excavation or industrial cleaning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Appropriate driver's licence and relevant site or equipment qualifications as required, including White Card; MSMSS00018 – Operate a High Pressure Water Jetting System – Operator Licence/qualification; RIIWHS202E – Enter and Work in Confined Spaces; RIIWHS204E – Work Safely at Heights).

Previous experience working on mine sites, industrial shutdowns, construction projects or within the resources sector will be highly regarded.

Applicants must have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and be capable of working safely and efficiently in demanding industrial environments.

What We Offer This is a full-time position offering a generous salary of $80,000 – 110,000 plus superannuation, depending on skills, qualifications and experience. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with specialised equipment across a variety of industrial, mining, energy and infrastructure projects throughout Western Australia.

How to Apply If you believe you are a great fit for this position, please submit your up-to-date resume together with copies of your relevant licences, qualifications and certificates to:

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.