Trainee Administration Officer

Are you looking to kickstart your career in business administration?

Join our team as a fulltime Trainee Admin Officer at our Roma depot branch, and gain hands-on experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Be part of building a sustainable future

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 8000 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.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our organisation as an Administration Trainee.

 This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in a professional office environment. You will be supported to complete a Certificate III in Business while gaining valuable on-the-job experience.

Key Responsibilities

As an Administration Trainee, you will:

• Provide general administrative support to various departments
• Answer and direct phone calls and emails professionally
• Assist with data entry, filing, and document management
• Schedule meetings and maintain calendars
• Prepare reports and correspondence as required
• Support the team with ad hoc tasks and projects

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be eager to learn and grow within a professional environment
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and in a team
• Have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office suite)
• Be eligible to undertake a traineeship (not currently holding a Certificate III or higher in Business)

What We Offer

• A structured training program with mentoring and support
• A friendly and inclusive workplace culture
• Real career development opportunities
• Paid study time and access to learning resources

We strongly encourage First Nations applicants to apply.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Why join Cleanaway? 

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
• Supportive and safe work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and 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

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Applications close: 09 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time