Senior Resource Recovery Specialist

Overview Senior Resource Recovery Specialist — Cleanaway Waste Management Join to apply for the Senior Resource Recovery Specialist role at Cleanaway Waste Management.
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 7500 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 Cleanaway and help our clients achieve their sustainability goals through innovative, end-to-end waste solutions.
Based at our client site in St Leonards office, this national role is responsible for driving Total Waste Management (TWM) outcomes across a major Health client account.
With healthcare waste as the predominant stream, you'll also work closely with other Cleanaway divisions to assess and implement integrated solutions across general, hazardous, and recyclable waste.
You'll travel regularly to key client sites across WA, VIC, and QLD, partnering with stakeholders to improve landfill diversion, boost resource recovery, and expand Cleanaway's service offering and share of wallet.
You'll lead initiatives such as waste audits, site assessments, and sustainability reviews while delivering waste education and reporting on performance metrics that matter.
Key Responsibilities Deliver tailored Total Waste Management strategies that align with client needs and sustainability targets Conduct site assessments and waste audits to uncover opportunities for resource recovery Collaborate with internal divisions to introduce broader Cleanaway service offerings across all waste streams Provide ongoing client education and training around best-practice waste management Monitor and report on waste performance data, identifying trends and cost-saving opportunities Ensure service consistency and compliance across all client sites nationally About You Tertiary qualified in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related discipline Strong knowledge of waste and recycling operations, particularly healthcare waste will be favorable Experience in auditing, waste stream analysis, or sustainability consulting is highly desirable Excellent communicator with the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external Confident working independently across multiple locations with strong organisational and planning skills Comfortable navigating client environments and contributing to strategic account growth Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly interstate Why join Cleanaway?Attractive salary package Career development opportunities Paid parental leave Great company benefits: Annual employee share plan offer, novated leasing through SG Fleet or Smart Group, optional flu vaccinations, EAP access, discounts on private health insurance, company discounts + much moreOur 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 inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.
Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.
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Applications close: 05 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time Location Chatswood NSW; Silverwater NSW, Australia
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