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

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking State Manager – Post Collections to take full accountability for the strategic, financial and operational performance of our Post Collections business across the state.

This is a pivotal leadership position overseeing nine operational sites within a complex, asset‑intensive network of transfer stations, landfill assets and renewable gas operations. With full P&L accountability, the role focuses on operational excellence—delivering safe, efficient, and compliant operations, strong financial outcomes, and effective leadership across a geographically dispersed network.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead strategic and master planning for the state’s post-collections network, with full accountability for developing, setting and operationalising both short- and long-term strategy.
• Deliver EBIT, cost, cashflow and asset‑performance outcomes through disciplined execution and network optimisation
• Build, lead and develop a high‑performing state leadership team, strengthening frontline capability and succession
• Drive Whole-of-Life (WOL) asset and operational planning to optimise asset utilisation, efficiency and long-term value.
• Manage key external relationships, including councils, regulators, and customers, to support performance, compliance and strategic outcomes.
• Champion safety, regulatory compliance and overall operational performance, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone's wellbeing is a responsibility we share.

About You

• Proven senior leadership experience in resources, waste, utilities or related operational environments.
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience owning and improving P&L performance.
• Deep understanding of safety leadership, regulatory frameworks and environmental compliance.
• Experience managing complex infrastructure networks and asset strategies.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate plans into practical operational outcomes.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including regulators and government entities.
• A collaborative leader who inspires teams, drives capability uplift and fosters innovation.

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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