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 HSE performance.  We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities nationally.

The Opportunity

Play a key part in optimising incineration processes, troubleshooting operational issues and driving continuous improvement across plant operations and capital projects in this newly created position. You’ll work closely with operational teams, engineers and stakeholders to ensure waste is processed safely, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements, while identifying opportunities to improve performance and reliability.

This is an opportunity to work in a critical role supporting complex operations, with exposure to significant projects and operational decision‑making.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse waste stream characteristics to determine optimal processing strategies that meet safety, performance and regulatory standards
• Provide technical guidance and support to operations personnel, ensuring consistent adherence to approved procedures
• Troubleshoot incineration and fired equipment issues relating to efficiency, emissions, product quality and downtime
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce emissions and improve safety and reliability
• Review operational and performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement
• Define and scope capital projects, and oversee execution to ensure compliance with specifications, contracts and policies
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support operational excellence and broader strategic initiatives

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline
• Hands‑on experience operating fired equipment such as incinerators, furnaces or boilers within hazardous waste, petrochemical, oil & gas or a similar process‑driven industry
• Strong experience with Process Safety Management systems, including HAZOP and Management of Change (required), with LOPA/AOA/SIL exposure highly regarded
• Solid understanding of waste processing techniques and performance optimisation

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a practical, solutions‑focused mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
• Experience using Citect SCADA and a broad range of PLC platforms is highly desirable

Why join Cleanaway?

• Attractive salary package
• Career development opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Annual employee share plan offer, novated leasing, optional flu vaccinations, EAP access, discounts on private health insurance, company discounts + much 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.

All internal applicants will receive a notification within 2 weeks of the closing date of this advertisement.  

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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