Kersten CORFA is recruiting a Heavy Equipment Driver on behalf of one of our clients. The Heavy Equipment Driver safely collects, transports and delivers waste, materials and equipment between the facility and client or vendor locations. The role operates assigned heavy vehicles and equipment, including vacuum trucks and other specialised machinery, within the limits of applicable licences, training and authorisations.
What you will do
The Heavy Equipment Driver will be responsible for:
- Carry out pre-use, journey and end-of-shift inspections of vehicles, tankers, trailers and safety equipment.
- Plan and complete journeys safely, following traffic laws, journey management and defensive driving procedures.
- Prepare and check permits, job safety analyses, waste manifests, job tickets and load documentation.
- Secure loads correctly and operate pumps, hoses, valves and vacuum systems during authorised waste transfers.
- Monitor loading and unloading to prevent leaks, spills and overfills, and coordinate movements with a banksman.
- Operate forklifts, backhoes, truck-mounted cranes (HIAB) and other equipment only when certified and authorised.
- Provide courteous client service and handle cash-on-delivery receipts and payments where assigned.
- Report accidents, defects and hazards promptly and maintain vehicles and equipment in clean, serviceable condition.
What we are looking for
Qualifications
- Literacy and numeracy sufficient to complete manifests, checklists, receipts and VAT calculations.
- Relevant experience driving assigned vehicle classes; the job description specifies one (1) year for assigned vehicles and three (3) years for tankers and articulated vehicles, subject to confirmation.
- Valid Surinamese driving licence for assigned vehicles (e.g. category C/E) and recognised defensive driving certification.
- Dutch or English sufficient to understand safety instructions, permits and operating procedures.
- Experience with vacuum trucks, HIAB, backhoes or hazardous waste transport is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of vehicle and heavy-equipment safety, load securing and journey management.
- Understanding of waste transfer systems, manifests, spill response and safe material transport.
- Ability to recognise road hazards, complete operational records and communicate clearly.
Competencies
The ideal candidate demonstrates:
- Safety & Situational Awareness – Drives responsibly and reacts quickly to hazards.
- Reliability & Punctuality – Completes transport assignments on time.
- Problem Solving – Assesses vehicle, load and transfer risks.
- Communication & Customer Service – Works respectfully with clients and colleagues.
- Calmness & Flexibility – Handles changing schedules and emergencies appropriately.