About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 10,000 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) performance. We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

Lead the Way in Turning Waste into Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating inclusive employment opportunities and strengthening belonging? At Cleanaway, we are committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Our Employment Pathways programs are designed to support, empower, and inspire individuals from all backgrounds, helping to unlock their skills and shape their futures with Cleanaway.

About the Role

As the Employment Pathways Specialist (First Nations), you’ll be responsible for coordinating a variety of employment pathways recruitment, training and retention programs with a focus on First Nations employment and engagement, ensuring that Cleanaway attracts and hires the best talent.

Supported by our Culture & Inclusion team, you’ll manage the dedicated First Nations Employment Pathways program stream, including maintaining existing relationships and exploring opportunities for expansion and/or improvement. You’ll also be involved in growing our people, providing culturally safe onboarding and mentoring support to First Nations early careers employees. Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Complete end-to-end recruitment for all Pathways programs within region, including Driver and Yellow Gear Academies, social enterprise recruitment, apprentices and First Nations targeted roles and programs
• Work closely with the business to deliver contractual obligations for First Nations participation and Cleanaway’s First Nations Employment Strategy
• Engage with First Nations communities, organisations and recruitment channels to source First Nations applicants
• Assist the business in scoping and planning new recruitment intakes to support business outcomes, including the development of First Nations activities in customer tenders and contracts
• Take a hands-on approach to provide culturally safe onboarding and mentoring to First Nations early careers employees
• Participate in Cleanaway's RAP Working Group

What You’ll Bring

• Strong cultural competency and experience in working with First Nations candidates, employees, communities, organisations and stakeholders
• Experience in working on First Nations related programs or projects (including RAP Working Group)
• Experience in operations, human resources, recruitment or a related field
• Experience in working with RTOs, training providers or external recruitment agencies preferred
• Proven ability to successfully manage the end-to-end recruitment process
• Demonstrated experience in internal and external stakeholder management
• Experience in being able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to work as part of a team

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us

At Cleanaway, we’re driven by purpose — to make a sustainable future possible together. But we’re more than that: we’re a fun, caring, and high-performing team that loves making a real impact. You’ll join a group that celebrates wins, supports each other, and takes pride in creating employment pathways that change lives and strengthen communities. If you want to do meaningful work with people who genuinely care, this is the place for you. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexibility and hybrid working
• Opportunities for career development and internal mobility
• A supportive, respectful, and high-performing culture

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.

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