Job Description

Join Cleanaway ASP in St Marys and begin a unique, highly specialised apprenticeship as a Die Setter, a skillset in strong demand across the manufacturing and polymer processing industry.

This is a rare chance to learn a niche trade while working hands-on with modern plastics machinery, guided by experienced technicians and supported through a structured training program. Whether you're starting your career or looking to switch paths, this apprenticeship will equip you with technical expertise, precision skills, and a safety-first mindset that will set you up for long-term success.

• Permanent - Full-Time Position – St Marys NSW,
• High performing company, ASX 100 listed
• Competitive pay rate
• Open to all Genders

About Cleanaway

Cleanaway is Australia’s largest waste management company, leading the way in sustainable waste management solutions. We work with a diverse range of customers, providing essential services to councils, small businesses, large corporations, and government agencies.

What We Offer:

• Career progression opportunities.
• Uniforms and PPE provided.
• Competitive pay rates.
• All necessary training, under a training plan, will be provided.
• Mentoring by our Cleanaway Early Careers Mentors, who will help you navigate your apprenticeship

What you'll Be Doing

As an Apprentice Die Setter, you will learn to:

• Assist with maintaining and repairing tools, dies and equipment
• Support scheduled preventative maintenance tasks
• Operate machinery safely and follow set procedures
• Help set up machines, moulds, and dies for production runs
• Follow production schedules and meet quality standards
• Maintain a safe and respectful workplace
• Complete other tasks as required as part of your training

Skills and Experience:

• Willingness to undertake an apprenticeship in Die Setting (certificate IV in Polymer Technology) – no prior experience required.
• Strong math/problem-solving skills, Mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to the maintenance of tools and machinery equipment
• Ability to work under supervision and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety. and ability to work safe around machinery.

• Interest in plant, process, or manufacturing
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Working well both independently and in a team
• Foundational computer skills (used for programming machine controls)
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills
• Eligibility to obtain a police check as part of the recruitment.

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 Employmentpathways@cleanaway.com.au

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future!

How to Apply:

Submit your current resume by clicking the **APPLY** button.

We are open to taking on apprentices of all ages and encourage both students and adults looking for a career change to apply.

www.cleanaway.com.au