Job Description

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

Join our Oils and Technical Services team, a critical operation responsible for the safe collection, treatment, processing, and disposal of packaged hazardous waste and dangerous goods.
We’re seeking a hands‑on Technical Operations Manager to lead daily site operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across people, processes, and equipment.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader with strong technical capability, operational discipline, and a commitment to safety excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Drive operational efficiencies to improve service delivery and achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and licensing requirements in partnership with HSE, environmental, and engineering teams.
• Optimise equipment utilisation and identify resource needs to support operational demands.
• Oversee cost control and contribute to revenue‑enhancing operational initiatives.
• Lead and develop a skilled operations team, fostering a safe, high‑performance culture.
• Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions to strengthen site safety.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment processes, risk assessments, and operational work instructions.

About You

You’re a natural leader with a strong background in chemical processing, hazardous waste, manufacturing, or related industrial environments. You excel at improving complex processes and creating a safe, efficient, and high‑performing workplace.

You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience in operations involving hazardous or dangerous chemicals.
• Strong understanding of safety systems and demonstrated safety‑first leadership.
• Experience in chemical waste, manufacturing, or hazardous logistics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication capability.

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.

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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