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The waste and utilities sector is under the microscope with strict regulations, environmental standards and public accountability. Managing complex collection routes, specialised equipment, and multiple service schedules requires precision and reliability. At MyFleet, we provide telematics solutions and waste management solutions designed specifically for waste management companies, recycling operations, water utilities and energy service providers. Our technology helps you operate more efficiently, stay compliant and deliver consistent high-quality service to your communities.

Fleet Management

Fleet management is the backbone of any business that relies on vehicles to deliver services, especially in the waste and utilities sector. For fleet managers, the ability to monitor and manage a diverse range of vehicles in real time is key to maximising productivity and efficient operations. By using advanced fleet tracking technology, businesses can get instant visibility into the location and status of every vehicle, so they can allocate resources smartly and respond to customers faster. This real-time insight enables fleet managers to make data-driven decisions to reduce costs, streamline routes and improve overall service delivery. Ultimately, effective fleet management not only increases productivity but also customer satisfaction by ensuring on-time service.

Get full visibility of your waste and utility fleet operations

Fleet Tracking and Operational Control

  1. Real Time Vehicle Tracking

    Track garbage trucks, recycling vehicles, utility service trucks, and specialised equipment, as well as bins and equipment across your entire service area

  2. Route Completion Verification

    Ensure all scheduled stops are completed and track service throughout the day

  3. Collection Schedule Management

    Coordinate complex pickup schedules, special collections and emergency service calls

  4. Service Area Area Optimisation

    Analyse coverage patterns to identify gaps and improve service reliability

  5. Flexible Service Plans

    Choose from a range of plans designed for waste and utility fleets, flexible and scalable as your operations grow

The system integrates with various devices, including GPS trackers and sensors, to give you full operational control.

PTO and Equipment Monitoring

Track the specialised equipment that powers your operations:

  1. PTO Event Tracking

    Monitor power take-off usage for compactors, lifts and hydraulic systems with time-stamped data

  2. Lift Cycle Counting

    Track bin lifts and compaction cycles to measure productivity and equipment wear

  3. Hydraulic System Monitoring

    Detect equipment failures before they cause service disruptions

  4. Equipment Usage Analytics

    See how specialised equipment is being used to optimise fleet composition

Asset Protection and Security

Protect your valuable equipment:

  1. High Value Asset Tracking

    Track expensive waste collection vehicles, utility trucks, and specialised equipment

  2. Theft Prevention

    Get alerts for unauthorised vehicle movement or operation outside scheduled hours to prevent theft through real-time monitoring and notification features

  3. Equipment Inventory Management

    Track ancillary equipment, including bins, containers, generators and tools

  4. Geo-Fence Protection

    Set boundaries for equipment storage areas and get alerts for unauthorised removal

Integrated Camera Systems and Driver Protection

Document operations and protect your drivers with video solutions:

  1. Multi-Angle Camera Coverage

    Capture footage from front, rear and side-mounted cameras, including a dash camera as part of the video solution

  2. Incident Documentation

    Record accidents, property damage claims and customer disputes with time-stamped video evidence

  3. Driver Exoneration

    Protect drivers from false claims with video documentation of events

  4. AI-Powered Event Detection

    Automatically capture and flag significant events like harsh braking, collisions or near misses

In-Vehicle Display Technology

Empower drivers with real-time information and documentation capabilities:

  1. Interactive Route Guidance

    Provide drivers with optimised routes and real-time schedule updates

  2. Event Recording Interface

    Enable drivers to document issues like damaged bins, contaminated loads or access problems at the point of service

  3. Customer Communication

    Display special instructions, service notes and collection requirements for each stop

  4. Performance Feedback

    Give drivers immediate visibility into their performance metrics and safety scores

Issue Documentation

Create accountability and streamline customer service:

  1. Damaged Bin Recording

    Photograph and document damaged containers at the point of discovery

  2. Contamination Documentation

    Record evidence of contaminated recycling or improper waste disposal

  3. Access Issue Reporting

    Document blocked access, parking problems or other collection obstacles

  4. Service Exception Tracking

    Record missed collections, partial pickups or special circumstances with photo evidence

Regulatory Compliance and Environmental Standards

Meet industry requirements with confidence:

  1. Hours of Service Compliance

    Track driver hours to ensure transportation regulations

  2. Weight Limit Monitoring

    Monitor vehicle weights to prevent overloading and road regulation violations

  3. Emissions Tracking

    Record and report on vehicle emissions for environmental compliance

  4. Safety Regulation Adherence

    Maintain documentation of safety checks, equipment inspections and compliance activities

Route Optimisation and Efficiency

Maximise productivity and minimise environmental impact:

  1. Dynamic Route Planning

    Optimise collection routes based on traffic, weather and schedule changes and select the most efficient routes using advanced analytics

  2. Fuel Consumption Analysis

    Reduce fuel costs and emissions through efficient routing and driving behaviour monitoring

  3. Collection Density Mapping

    Identify opportunities to consolidate routes and improve efficiency

  4. Seasonal Route Adjustment

    Adapt routes for seasonal variations in waste generation and weather conditions

Maximum efficiency and productivity are achieved through improved route planning and fleet utilisation
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Fuel Management

Fuel is one of the biggest ongoing expenses for any fleet, so effective fuel management is top of mind for fleet managers committed to efficiency and a sustainable future. With Fleet Complete’s fuel management solution, fleets get real-time monitoring of fuel consumption across all vehicles. This powerful tool allows managers to quickly identify inefficiencies like excessive idling or unauthorised fuel use and implement targeted strategies to reduce waste. The system also provides robust safeguards to prevent fuel theft, so every litre is accounted for and used correctly. By optimising fuel usage, fleets not only reduce their operating costs but also their environmental impact, supporting broader sustainability goals and a greener future.

Customer Service

Improve service quality and customer satisfaction:

  1. Proof of Service

    Provide customers with time-stamped verification of collection completion

  2. Service Exception Notifications

    Automatically notify customers of missed collections or service issues

  3. Real Time ETAs

    Give customers accurate arrival windows for scheduled services

  4. Digital Service Records

    Maintain service history for each customer account

Environmental Impact

Support sustainability goals and environmental responsibility:

  1. Carbon Footprint Reporting

    Track and report on fleet emissions for environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives

  2. Recycling Rate Analytics

    Monitor contamination rates and improve recycling program effectiveness

  3. Fuel Efficiency Optimisation

    Reduce environmental impact through route optimisation and driver behaviour coaching

  4. Green Fleet Transition

    Support transition to alternative fuel vehicles with usage and performance data

Maintenance and Fleet Reliability

Keep your specialised fleet running at peak performance:

  1. Predictive Maintenance Alerts

    Prevent costly breakdowns with proactive maintenance scheduling based on usage patterns

  2. Equipment Health Monitoring

    Track critical systems like hydraulics, compactors and lift mechanisms

  3. Service History Tracking

    Maintain records for warranty compliance and equipment lifecycle management

  4. Downtime Minimisation

    Reduce service disruptions through proactive maintenance and rapid issue identification

Driver Safety and Behaviour

Protect your workforce and the public:

  1. Backing Incident Prevention

    Monitor and coach drivers on safe backing procedures in residential areas

  2. Speed Management

    Track and address speeding in school zones and residential neighbourhoods

  3. Distraction Prevention

    Identify and address unsafe behaviours like mobile phone use while driving

  4. Fatigue Monitoring

    Detect driver fatigue during long collection routes

  5. Driver Performance Analytics

    Use analytics and scorecards to monitor and improve driver performance, reduce accidents, and optimise vehicle and driver efficiency

Operations Reporting

Make data-driven decisions:

  1. Productivity Metrics

    Track collections per hour, route completion times, driver efficiency

  2. Cost Per Collection Analysis

    Understand the true cost of service delivery

  3. Service Level Reporting

    Measure and report on key performance indicators for contracts

  4. Benchmarking

    Compare route performance, driver productivity, and equipment utilisation

Contract Compliance

Meet contract requirements:

  1. Service Verification

    Provide proof of service completion and schedule adherence

  2. Performance Reporting

    Generate reports to demonstrate compliance

  3. Emergency Response

    Track response times for emergency calls and special requests

  4. Audit Trail

    Maintain records for contract audits

Utility Specific

Address utility-specific needs:

  1. Emergency Response

    Rapid deployment and tracking during outages, leaks or service emergencies

  2. Meter Reading Route Optimisation

    Efficient routing for meter reading and inspection schedules

  3. Service Call Management

    Track response times and completion rates for customer service requests

  4. Infrastructure Inspection

    Record and document infrastructure inspections with photo and location data

Multi-Service Fleet Management

Manage multiple services from one platform:

  1. Waste Collection

    Track garbage, recycling, yard waste and bulk item collection separately

  2. Utility Service

    Manage water, electric and gas service vehicles together

  3. Cross-Functional Resource Sharing

    Optimise fleet utilisation across service divisions

  4. Centralised Reporting

    Consolidated reporting across all service lines for executive oversight

Community Relations

Build trust with the community:

  1. Transparent Operations

    Demonstrate efficient and reliable service through performance data

  2. Complaint Resolution

    Address customer complaints with service records and documentation

  3. Public Safety

    Show commitment to safe operations in residential areas and school zones

  4. Environmental Responsibility

    Report on sustainability efforts and environmental impact reduction

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Cost Savings and ROI

Investing in advanced fleet management solutions delivers measurable cost savings and a strong return on investment for waste and utilities businesses. By streamlining operations, reducing unnecessary fuel spend and minimising vehicle downtime, organisations can save significantly on overall costs. Real-time data and detailed reports enable fleet managers to identify inefficiencies, plan better routes and schedule maintenance, all of which lead to improved productivity and lower costs. These operational improvements translate to financial benefits, so businesses can do more with less and reinvest savings into growth and innovation. With visibility into fleet performance and spend, companies can demonstrate ROI and make informed decisions for future planning.

Industry Insights

The waste and utilities industry is changing fast, with new technologies and best practices shaping the future of fleet management. Trends like electric vehicles, AI-powered analytics, and sustainability are changing how fleets operate in Australia and beyond. Businesses are turning to data-driven solutions to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact and meet rising customer expectations for transparency and service quality. By staying ahead of industry trends and embracing fleet management innovation, organisations can position themselves as leaders in their field and be ready to adapt to changing regulations, customer needs and technology.

Implementation and Support

Transitioning to a modern fleet management solution is seamless with MyFleet’s implementation and support services. Our experienced team will work closely with you to ensure a smooth rollout, from initial setup and device installation to comprehensive training for drivers and fleet managers. We provide ongoing support and access to resources to help you get the most out of your investment, so your fleet is ready to go from day one. With user-friendly tools, real-time data and responsive customer service, MyFleet is committed to helping you manage your vehicles, improve operations and deliver great service to your customers every day.

Scalable Platform

Grow with your changing operational needs:

  1. Expanding Service Areas

    Add new routes, vehicles and service territories

  2. Integration

    Connect to municipal systems, billing platforms and customer management software

  3. Future Ready

    Support for electric vehicles and autonomous equipment

  4. Cloud-Based

    Manage your fleet from anywhere

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The waste and utilities industry has unique operational challenges that require specific solutions. MyFleet’s telematics platform provides the visibility, documentation and analytics to operate efficiently and meet regulatory and environmental standards. Our solutions help you deliver service, protect your people, optimise resources and demonstrate to the communities and municipalities you serve.

Get in touch with us today to request a free trial or demo of our scalable platform.

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