Sewage Tank Truck Operator

About the role

G Mining Ventures (GMIN) operates the Oko West gold project, a new gold discovery about 95 km west of Georgetown in northwest Guyana. As part of its site services, it is hiring a permanent, full-time Sewage Tank Truck Operator. The operator drives and manages vacuum trucks to pump, haul and empty wastewater, sewage and sludge from residential, commercial or industrial tanks, ensuring safe disposal at approved facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum trucks and pumps to extract and clear liquid waste
• Service and clean portable toilet units daily in the field
• Connect, uncoil and store heavy suction hoses and attachments
• Check tank conditions for leaks or blockages
• Haul waste to authorised treatment or disposal sites
• Run pre-trip and post-trip checks and clean equipment
• Log mileage, hours and service disposal receipts
• Explain work to clients and offer system care tips
• Dispose of all waste at approved facilities and follow safety guidelines to prevent spills, contamination or accidents
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on the septic truck when needed
• Be available for on-call or emergency septic services
• Maintain spill kits on the truck with absorbent pads, booms, containment bags and cleanup tools

Required profile

• 2 to 5 years of general driving or commercial truck operation experience
• Clean driving record with no major incidents involving hazardous materials
• Physically fit for hose handling and outdoor work in tropical conditions
• Able to work in confined spaces such as septic tanks and to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Comfortable standing, walking, kneeling and bending for long periods, in heat, dust, inclement weather and confined spaces
• Good communication skills for radio coordination with supervisors and the field team

Required skills

• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills

What we offer

• Permanent, full-time position at the OKO Project site
• 14 days on / 7 days off schedule
• Transport, accommodation and meals provided on site
• Competitive salary, benefits, bonus and group insurance