2027 Graduate - Chemist (Oils and Technical Services)

Cleanaway Waste Management; Narangba; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleanaway invites applications for its two-year Graduate Program designed to provide hands-on experience across multiple sites and facilities in a national waste management business. The program targets Applied Science (Chemistry) graduates and related disciplines with a strong safety mindset and willingness to travel.

You'll rotate through operations, safety and process improvement while building your professional network and receiving mentoring and structured development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Eligible graduates in Applied Science (Chemistry) or related disciplines.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to work in industrial environments.
• Ability to travel as required during the program.

Responsibilities

• Complete rotations across a range of OTS sites and facilities.
• Work alongside operators, technical specialists and site leaders in active industrial environments.
• Gain hands-on experience assessing, classifying and managing hazardous and regulated waste streams.
• Apply scientific knowledge to support safe, compliant and effective operational outcomes.
• Contribute to projects focused on safety, compliance, environmental performance and operational improvement.
• Be part of a graduate cohort with a shared onboarding and development experience.
• Receive structured learning, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Build a strong professional network across Cleanaway.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Education

Applied Science (Chemistry)

Job description

Start Your Career with Purpose at Cleanaway

Build your future while helping create a more sustainable Australia.

At Cleanaway we're transforming how Australia manages waste, recycling and resource recovery. As Australia's leading waste management company, we're investing in the next generation of professionals who want to make a real impact, solve complex challenges and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Our two-year Graduate Program is designed to provide meaningful hands-on experience and structured development. Whether your passion is engineering, chemistry, health and safety, information technology, finance, commercial operations or data analytics, you'll have opportunities to learn, grow and contribute from day one.

If you're curious, adaptable and willing to roll up your sleeves, we'd love to hear from you. We work in an industry that isn't always glamorous, but makes a real difference to communities every day.

About The Program

Our Graduate Program combines practical experience with exposure to the scale and complexity of a national business.

Over Two Years, You'll

• Complete rotations across a range of OTS sites and facilities.
• Work alongside operators, technical specialists and site leaders in active industrial environments.
• Gain hands-on experience assessing, classifying and managing hazardous and regulated waste streams.
• Apply scientific knowledge to support safe, compliant and effective operational outcomes.
• Contribute to projects focused on safety, compliance, environmental performance and operational improvement.
• Be part of a graduate cohort with a shared onboarding and development experience.
• Receive structured learning, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Build a strong professional network across Cleanaway.

What We're Looking For

This role is suitable for Applied Science (Chemistry) graduates. We will also consider candidates from related disciplines who can demonstrate a strong foundation in chemistry relevant to this area of our business. Previous industry experience, placements or full‑time work within waste or a similar environment will be viewed favourably.

We value attitude, initiative and learning agility more highly than academic results alone. We're looking for graduates who are curious, adaptable and practical, with a strong safety mindset and an interest in applying scientific knowledge to operational challenges. While chemistry is at the core of this role, you'll apply that knowledge in active industrial facilities rather than a traditional laboratory environment.

Eligibility

To Be Eligible, You Must

• Have completed, or be due to complete, a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate qualification before the program commences in February 2027.
• Be an Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Be available to commence the program in February 2027.
• Be willing to travel as required throughout the program.

Please note that Cleanaway is unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Benefits

You'll receive a competitive salary and access to a range of employee benefits.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Cleanaway, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our customers, communities and each other.

We are committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences and abilities.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you require adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll work with you to ensure an inclusive experience.

Applications close 30 September 2026

Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

Vacancy No

525160

Work Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Narangba QLD Australia

Categories

Engineering, Scientific & Technical