We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

Join us and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together!

 

The Opportunity

As Production Engineer, you will be the primary source of technical and operational expertise for Cleanaway's waste oil refinery at Wetherill Park.

 

Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will drive safe, compliant and efficient refinery operations while leading continuous improvement, process optimisation and site transformation initiatives that enhance performance, reliability and profitability.

• Provide technical leadership across refinery operations, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient production performance.
• Lead and support operational, maintenance and technical teams by driving accountability, capability development and a strong safety culture across the site.
• Influence and lead organisational change, helping embed operational excellence, continuous improvement and high-performance ways of working.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety and operational requirements, including EPA, Sydney Water and relevant refinery regulations.
• Lead CAPEX and OPEX improvement initiatives while contributing to forecasting, budgeting, cost management and refinery financial performance.

 

About You

You are an experienced process, production or refinery engineer who combines technical expertise with strong people leadership capability and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Degree-qualified Chemical, Process, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience in refinery, hydrocarbons, oil processing or comparable heavy industrial operations.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience across operational or technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of process safety, compliance and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with HAZOP studies, capital projects or major shutdown activities.

 

Why Join Cleanaway?

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

 

Cleanaway is a national, high-growth, ASX-listed organisation with more than 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.

 

• 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

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.

 

Our recruitment process may involve checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

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 and let's make a positive impact together.