<h3>We offer you a truly flexible recruitment service that we tailor to your needs, including:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Temporary / labour hire of scientific and technical staff (entry level to management)</li>
<li>Recruitment of permanent scientific and technical staff (entry level to management)</li>
<li>Executive search (science and related fields)</li>
<li>Payroll service</li>
<li>Recruitment technologies, such as candidate video CVs and interviews</li>
</ul>

<p>Evolve recruitment staff maintain memberships and relationships with many professional scientific associations including (but not limited to): The Australian Society for Microbiology, Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology and AusBiotech. We are active in both attending and presenting at events. We also maintain close relationships with a number of Australian Universities, place students into internships and participate in career planning workshops and events.</p>

<ul>
<li>All Evolve recruiters are degree-qualified scientists who have experience working in the Scientific industry, meaning they have deep and genuine professional networks to draw upon when filling roles.</li>
<li>Our staff tenure is exceptional, with the average currently standing at over 7 years. Over this time our recruiters have spoken with, interviewed and placed thousands of candidates.</li>
<li>Our connections, skill and experience means we fill more than a third of roles without advertising, and reach candidates that in-house HR teams and generalist recruiters simply cannot.</li>
</ul>

<h3>EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATE SOURCING ABILITY</h3>
<p><strong>As part of the NES Fircroft Group we have access to the largest engineering and technical database in the industry. Our trained scientific consultants will apply their knowledge and leverage the latest AI search tools to quickly identify a talent pool of skilled candidates for your business.</strong></p>

<h3>Character check and assessment during the scientific recruitment process</h3>
<p>We don&rsquo;t just recruit for technical skills, we recruit for cultural fit and fundamental &ldquo;good character&rdquo;. Good character is perhaps the most important element (and the most difficult) to screen for when recruiting candidates. We have developed our own character assessment which screens for strong morals, an ethical nature and commitment to acting responsibly and doing the right thing. Results of our character check are also verified with referees.</p>

<p>With a network of offices spanning Australia, Evolve provides workforce solutions to a range of scientific and technical markets. Founded in 2010 and now part of the NES Fircroft Group of companies, Evolve can also offer clients access to a global talent pool, which is updated daily by discipline-specific consultants.</p>
<p>Whilst our local Australian scientific candidate networks are vast, we can leverage NES Fircroft&rsquo;s international footprint and award-winning support services, including compliance, OH&amp;S management, global mobility and visa support to deliver unrivalled expertise in meeting your staffing needs.</p>

<p>Evolve Scientific was founded in 2010 and has since grown to become Australia&rsquo;s leading specialist scientific and technical recruitment agency. We are the preferred supplier for a range of small to medium businesses, large corporations, and government agencies.</p>
<p>Evolve has rapidly grown, doubling staff numbers and developing an impressive client portfolio. We pride ourselves on our very high client, candidate and temporary employee satisfaction rates. We have also been officially recognised as Australia's leading small recruitment agency and have won and been nominated for a host of other awards.</p>
<p>Our difference is in our people. All our recruiters are degree qualified scientists with real first-hand industry experience of working within the sector, in a non-recruitment capacity. This has enabled them to immerse themselves in varying scientific environment and means they offer a truly comprehensive insight into what to look for in candidates when matching them to their role. Our time spent working in Australia&rsquo;s laboratories, field offices, research institutes, and manufacturing facilities means that we understand your business and speak your language. We will find the right people to fill your very specialised vacancies much faster than other recruitment agencies.</p>
<p>Our extremely low staff turnover and high internal satisfaction rates ensure your business accesses a fully committed and motivated team. The average tenure of our consultants is around 7 years. - this stability, coupled with our industry insight enables us to provide an unmatched level of service to our clients.</p>

<h3>Our developed scientific talent networks and stable team means that we can recruit people no one else can</h3>

<h1>About Evolve Scientific</h1>
<p>Evolve is a specialist scientific and technical recruitment agency</p>

<h1>News &amp; Insights</h1>
<p>We are always looking to demonstrate our expertise to help you fine tune not only your recruitment plans but also your business strategy.</p>

<h3>Submission Form</h3>
<p>Submit your message along with your CV attached, and one of our specialists will be in touch.</p>

<h1>Evolution</h1>
<p>Evolution is a scientific undergraduate program which gives selected students the opportunity to undertake paid full-time or part-time scientific work. To be eligible, you MUST BE in your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study. Applications from first year students and graduates will not be accepted.</p>

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<h1>Evolve is Australia's leading scientific and technical recruitment agency</h1>
<p>All Evolve recruiters are degree-qualified scientists who have experience working in the Scientific industry, meaning they have deep and genuine professional networks to draw upon when filling roles. Our staff tenure is exceptional, with the average currently standing at over 7 years. You will not find a better scientific or technical recruitment partner in Australia.</p>

<p>We work exclusively with professionals who specialise in scientific and technical industries, and our consultants have a wealth of first-hand expertise, meaning clients can rest assured that with our support, they will secure the candidates they need.</p>

<p>We have worked with Australia's leading scientific and technical companies, and what makes us stand out is our commitment to integrity, relationships, and results you can count on. Our approachable, dependable service guarantees to change the way you feel about recruitment!</p>

<h3>A reputation of integrity &amp; commitment</h3>

<p>Tailored Recruitment Solutions from Subject Matter Experts</p>

<p>Over a decade of local resourcing experience</p>

<p>As there are a limited number of places, only successful applicants will be contacted. We will, however, keep your details on file and contact you immediately if something suitable becomes available.</p>
<p>Apply for the <a href="/evolution-enquiry/">Evolution Program</a>.</p>

<p>The number of Evolution program spots is determined by the demand from our clients.</p>
<p>To be eligible to apply, you MUST BE in your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study. Applications from first year students and graduates will not be accepted. Although students from all courses of study are welcome to apply, our clients have expressed a preference for people studying the following courses:</p>
<ul>
<li>Chemists</li>
<li>Clinical Research Professionals (Clinical Research Assistants, Clinical Research Coordinators, and Clinical Trial Managers)</li>
<li>Immunologists</li>
<li>Laboratory Roles</li>
<li>Microbiologists</li>
<li>Quality Assurance Professionals</li>
<li>Scientists (Research &amp; Development, Quality Control, Vaccination)</li>
</ul>

<h3>EVOLUTION</h3>
<p><strong>Evolution is a scientific undergraduate program managed by Evolve Scientific, in conjunction with some of Australia&rsquo;s leading universities. Evolution gives selected students the opportunity to undertake paid full-time or part-time scientific work during the semester, during the summer/end of year break, or on an ad-hoc basis.</strong></p>

<h1>Careers through Evolve</h1>
<p>Evolve Scientific is Australia&rsquo;s leading specialist scientific and technical recruitment agency. From entry level temporary positions to permanent executive roles, we partner with job-seekers and aim to support them throughout their career development.</p>
<p>Evolve has an impressive list of clients who rely on us for their recruitment and our in-depth knowledge of industry trends, including growth sectors and who is hiring. We also partner with leading Australian universities to help create career paths for young scientists through our<a href="#evolutionSection"> Evolution Student Program</a>.</p>

<strong>About the Company</strong><br>Our client is a global organisation with over 45 years’ experience in water, waste, and energy management. As the only fully integrated environmental solutions provider servicing Heavy Industry, Commercial, and Municipal sectors, they employ more than 179,000 people worldwide and take great pride in delivering world‑class services.<br>This role is based in Melbourne’s inner west.<br><br><!--StartFragment><strong>About the Role</strong><br> Working hours vary, with multiple shifts available- ideal for someone with a flexible schedule. This is a consistent, ongoing full‑time casual position with a strong likelihood of transitioning to permanent employment within 6–12 months.<br>As a <strong>Liquid Tanker Driver / NDD Operator</strong>, you will operate specialised vacuum tankers, liquid waste vehicles, and non‑destructive digging (NDD) equipment. The role includes the safe extraction, transport, and disposal of liquid waste, as well as supporting industrial service and NDD activities across customer sites. You will also conduct routine maintenance, equipment checks, and assist with broader operational tasks.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><br><ul><li>Liquid waste collection from customer sites using vacuum tankers</li><li><strong>Operating NDD (Non‑Destructive Digging) equipment for safe excavation around utilities</strong></li><li>Transporting waste materials to approved recycling and treatment facilities</li><li>Drain, pit, and sewer cleaning using vacuum extraction equipment</li><li>High‑pressure water blasting inside tanks, pits, and industrial assets</li><li>Supporting industrial cleaning and site service projects</li><li>Completing work to a standard that meets customer expectations</li><li>Performing daily maintenance, pre‑start checks, and safety inspections on vehicles and equipment</li><li>Ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and operational procedures<!--EndFragment></li></ul><br> <strong>Must have:</strong><ul><li><strong>HC truck license (mandatory)</strong></li><li>Experience within the water industry, in particular within construction and rehabilitation of water or sewer networks (Industrial experience preferred)</li><li>Commitment to work safety and ability to work in a team</li><li>Confined space and Working at Heights (desirable)</li><li>Drain cleaning ticket (desirable)</li></ul><strong>Benefits:</strong><ul><li>Job security - consistent on-going casual full-time work with possibility of going permanent</li><li>Working in a welcoming and positive team environment</li></ul><strong>Apply!</strong><br> <strong>If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a </strong><strong>cover letter</strong> <strong>AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). </strong><strong> </strong><br> <strong>Or, if you have any questions, please contact Chantelle on 03 9040 1630.</strong><br /><br />With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil &amp; Gas, Power &amp; Renewables, Chemicals, Construction &amp; Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and&nbsp;Manufacturing&nbsp;sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

Liquid Tanker Driver/NDD operator