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
The Regional Engineer is responsible for managing projects and maintaining systems and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations across a defined region. This dual role is critical to driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting strategic business outcomes. Working closely with Health and Oils and Technical Services teams, you will help ensure waste is processed safely and efficiently while contributing to capital projects and key operational decisions.
We're hiring for 3 exciting fixed-term contract roles, available for 6 or 8 months across 3 locations: Silverwater, Unanderra and Sydney CBD.
What You Will Do
In this role, you'll own technical performance across operations, applying hands‐on expertise to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability. You'll translate data and insights into practical actions that drive real business outcomes.
Partnering with Operations to understand business needs and deliver optimal asset solutions
Diagnosing and resolving equipment faults to minimise operational disruptions
Developing asset lifecycle, investment, and risk management strategies
Monitoring asset performance to ensure reliability, compliance, and integrity
Delivering projects and maintenance safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Driving sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement across engineering practices




Managing project and maintenance costs with solid financial accountability
About You
You are a technically strong, solutions-focused chemical engineer who thrives in complex, process-driven environments. You bring a proactive mindset, strong safety focus, and the ability to collaborate and influence across teams.
Proven experience delivering industrial projects and maintenance activities
Robust knowledge of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices
Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment and system issues
Effective communicator with robust stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities across multiple projects
Experience leading contractors and coordinating cross-functional teams
Relevant chemical engineering qualification, with solid project management capability
Experience with management of Change (MOC), Pre-Start‐Up‐Safety‐Review (PSSR), HAZOP and HAZID
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 .
Applications Close
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Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time
Location
Kent Street NSW Australia
Categories
Engineering, Scientific & Technical
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📌 Regional Engineer (Wollongong)
🏢 Cleanaway Waste Management
📍 Wollongong