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.

LFG Engineer – The Opportunity

Join Cleanaway as our new LFG (Landfill Gas) Engineer and take on the responsibility of monitoring, maintaining, and optimising landfill gas and leachate systems across our facilities. This is your chance to make a direct impact on environmental compliance while driving operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this hands-on role, you'll be the go-to person for ensuring our landfill gas and leachate systems are running smoothly, safely, and sustainably. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring landfill gas collection systems, including extraction wells and utilisation equipment.
• Conducting leachate level measurements and sampling for regulatory analysis.
• Performing routine maintenance to ensure peak performance of gas and leachate systems.
• Keeping detailed records, preparing reports, and supporting regulatory submissions.
• Working with contractors and internal teams to roll out upgrades and system improvements.
• Making sure everything aligns with Cleanaway’s environmental and safety standards.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who thrives in the field and enjoys solving real-world challenges. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Experience in landfill gas systems, leachate management, or related piping operations.
• Strong technical know-how, particularly in gas collection and destruction systems such as flares.
• A solid understanding of environmental regulations relevant to landfill operations.
• A keen eye for detail, great problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools.

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.

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