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 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance.  We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

The Opportunity

Are you driven to make a difference through relationship-building and strategic outreach? As the Community and Stakeholder Relations Manager, you'll develop and lead initiatives to engage with a diverse group of community stakeholders, local councils, government entities, and other sensitive partners. You’ll become the key point of contact for all project-related inquiries, ensuring transparent, proactive communication to strengthen trust and manage expectations effectively. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Community Engagement: Design and implement engagement plans tailored to build strong, long-lasting relationships with local councils, neighborhood groups, and industry stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to ensure clear and consistent messaging aligned with project goals, timelines, and impacts.
• Communication Strategy: Articulate project objectives, address community concerns, and ensure our activities positively influence community perception.
• Issue Anticipation: Proactively identify potential challenges and areas requiring advocacy, addressing concerns with diplomacy and tact.
• Community Advocacy: Represent our organization at community events, public forums, and other settings where stakeholders gather, fostering open channels of communication. 

About You

• Proactive Relationship Builder: You bring proven experience in community relations or public affairs, especially in roles where strategic influence and proactive problem-solving were key.
• Emotional Intelligence: High EQ and a natural understanding of human behaviour to engage effectively with diverse community members.
• Skilled Communicator: Able to translate complex project details into clear, relatable information, instilling confidence and fostering transparency.
• Government Relations: Familiarity with local and state government processes, community advocacy, and sustainable initiatives, with a keen eye for identifying risks and aligning with internal stakeholders.

Why join Cleanaway? 

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
• Supportive and safe work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and more.

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.

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.