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

We are seeking a practical, operations-focused Site Engineer to support daily landfill activities at two NSW Landfills.

This is a site-based engineering role, working closely with landfill operations, supervisors, and contractors to ensure waste placement, filling, and cover activities are delivered efficiently, safely, and in accordance with approved plans and licence conditions.

The role provides direct engineering input into weekly fill planning, field execution, and performance tracking, with a strong emphasis on supporting operations rather than purely analytical or design work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day engineering activities for landfill operations, providing assistance to site teams as needed
• Assist with the preparation and rollout of the weekly fill plan, including lift progression, filling sequence, and equipment considerations
• Work alongside supervisors to help implement fill plans on site, making adjustments for changing conditions and updating machine GPS files (Carlson/Trimble)
• Carry out regular site inspections to check waste placement, compaction, cover application (including ADC), and general compliance requirements
• Help monitor key operational measures such as waste volumes, airspace use, compaction, and cover usage
• Collect and maintain operational data, using digital tools (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) to support reporting and record‑keeping
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, and environmental performance

 

About You

You are a site-focused engineer with a strong interest in landfill operations who thrives in an operational environment and enjoys working closely with frontline teams. You take a practical, hands-on approach and are comfortable spending time on active landfill, construction, or industrial sites to support safe and efficient day‑to‑day operations.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience or demonstrated exposure to:

• • • Landfill operations, earthworks, or bulk material handling
    • Working on active construction or industrial sites

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and practically with operators, supervisors, and contractors
• Basic to intermediate experience using digital tools such as Power BI for performance tracking and reporting, Power Apps for operational data capture, and Power Automate for workflow automation
• An interest in operational technologies including GPS machine control, drones, or GIS

Why Cleanaway?
You’ll be part of a business that’s committed to sustainability and doing things the right way. We’ll support you with the tools and training you need, and you’ll be surrounded by a team that values growth, collaboration, and celebrating success.

What’s in It for You

• A competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience
• Genuine autonomy and flexibility in your role, giving you the freedom to work independently and make a visible, meaningful impact
• The opportunity to join a dynamic and growing Australian company, working alongside a motivated and collaborative team
• A strong employee benefits program, including novated car leasing, salary sacrificing options, and discounts on private health insurance
• A highly supportive parental leave policy, with paid maternity leave available from day one of employment

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 below or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

 

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