Site Engineer - Civil Infrastructure

About Us

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.

Your Opportunity

Cleanaway is seeking a practical, operations-focused Site Engineer to support landfill operations across Victoria and selected interstate landfill assets. This is a site-based engineering role that works directly with operational teams to improve landfill performance, optimise airspace utilisation, support compliance outcomes and drive continuous operational improvement.

Working closely with site leaders, supervisors and contractors, you will translate engineering principles into practical site outcomes, providing real-time support to ensure landfill activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with operating requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and execution of weekly landfill fill plans.
• Align filling activities with operational priorities and equipment availability.
• Monitor operational compliance against environmental, safety and operating standards.
• Conduct site inspections to verify waste placement, compaction and cover activities.
• Track key performance indicators including compaction density, airspace consumption, cover utilisation and ADC application.
• Utilise Power BI, Power Apps and Power Automate to improve operational visibility and reporting.
• Escalate operational risks, data issues and non-conformances as required.
• Additional ad-hoc projects such as monitoring of GPS system and minor capex projects

About You

You enjoy being on-site, working collaboratively with frontline teams and solving practical operational challenges. You are comfortable balancing engineering principles with real-world operational requirements and enjoy identifying opportunities to improve performance and efficiency.

Must-Have Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience or demonstrated exposure to landfill operations, earthworks or bulk material handling environments.
• Experience working within active construction, industrial, infrastructure or operational sites.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, contractors and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and operational compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret operational data and support performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and practical engineering judgement.

Why Join Cleanaway?

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

Cleanaway is 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, with industry-leading HSE performance.

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Build a long-term career within landfill operations and engineering.
• Work closely with operational leaders and frontline teams.
• Develop expertise in landfill performance, airspace management and operational optimisation.
• Contribute directly to sustainability and resource recovery outcomes.
• Gain exposure to digital operational tools and data-driven decision making.

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive salary package.
• Career development opportunities.
• Paid parental leave.
• Annual employee share plan.
• Novated leasing opportunities.
• Private health insurance discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program and additional employee benefits.

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 inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future. Simply click the Apply button and let's make a positive impact together.