Process Engineer

Cleanaway Careers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual share plan

Novated leasing

Flu vaccinations

EAP access

Health insurance discounts

Company discounts

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to optimize the conversion of organic waste into valuable resources at our facilities. You will work hands-on in processing operations, collect data, and drive improvements to efficiency and product quality.

You’ll contribute to compliance, prepare detailed reports, and support continuous improvement initiatives. A strong engineering background and experience in process and quality control are essential to deliver measurable results in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical or Environmental Engineering (or related discipline).
• Proven experience in process and quality control.
• Strong technical writing skills for accurate reports.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee process and quality control to ensure optimal efficiency and product standards.
• Collect and test samples at various stages of processing to track performance and maintain compliance.
• Conduct waste audits to assess the quality and type of incoming organic waste, ensuring it meets facility requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of processes, quality measures, and compliance standards.
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports with findings and recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying and implementing changes to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

Skills

Process engineering

Quality control

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

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

In this key role, you'll be directly contributing to the efficient conversion of organic waste into valuable resources. You'll be hands-on across process and quality control, sample collection, waste audits, and driving data-led improvements.

As part of our team, you'll help ensure the facility runs at peak performance while identifying opportunities to enhance processes. Your insights will help shape operational strategies, improve product quality, and support our commitment to sustainability.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Oversee process and quality control to ensure optimal efficiency and product standards
• Collect and test samples at various stages of processing to track performance and maintain compliance
• Conduct waste audits to assess the quality and type of incoming organic waste, ensuring it meets facility requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of processes, quality measures, and compliance standards
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports with findings and recommendations
• Support continuous improvement by identifying and implementing changes to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality

About You

You're an experienced Process Engineer who thrives in operational environments where problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of the day-to-day. With a solid technical foundation and a practical approach, you're confident working hands‑on in a facility, analysing processes, identifying opportunities, and implementing changes that deliver measurable results.

You're detail-oriented, passionate about efficiency, and keen to contribute to sustainable solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical or Environmental Engineering (or a related discipline)
• Proven experience in process and quality control, ideally within waste management, chemical manufacturing, or a similar industry
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to prepare accurate and detailed reports
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of composting, anaerobic digestion, or other waste processing technologies is an advantage
• Familiarity with environmental and regulatory compliance in the waste sector

Why join Cleanaway?

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

As 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. We are committed to achieving this while delivering industry-leading health, safety and environmental (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 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.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future