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≈ $59k – $112k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Melbourne)
Seniority
Staff
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026. Cleanaway scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Cleanaway is an Australian waste management company headquartered in Melbourne, providing general waste and recycling collection, organic, liquid and hazardous waste services, medical waste, oils, industrial services and resource recovery for councils, businesses and government agencies. It is the largest waste management company in Australia, is listed on the ASX and employs more than 10,000 people across a national network of depots, transfer stations, landfills and recycling plants. It hires rear, side and front lift and liquid waste truck drivers, transfer station and plant operators, operations supervisors and managers, environmental technicians and sales and safety staff.

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.

The Opportunity

The Administration Team Leader is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting the administration team, managing daily workloads and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time. The role oversees team performance, systems, reporting and billing while identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, support and develop the administration team, providing clear direction, coaching and day-to-day guidance.
  • Manage and prioritise team workloads to ensure deadlines, service requirements and operational KPIs are achieved.
  • Take a hands-on approach by supporting daily administrative and operational activities during busy periods when required.
  • Monitor team performance, productivity and quality, completing regular checks to maintain accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare and maintain operational reports, KPIs, billing information and performance data, working closely with Finance and other departments.
  • Support workforce planning across multiple branches/locations, ensuring appropriate coverage and consistent administrative processes.
  • Identify opportunities to improve systems and processes, implementing practical solutions that make administrative activities simpler, faster and more effective.

About You

  • Previous experience in, a Team Leader or similar leadership role.
  • A hands-on and approachable leadership style, with experience coaching, developing and supporting team members.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, with confidence using spreadsheets, reporting, data analysis and operational tracking.
  • Experience with reporting, KPIs, data management and exposure to billing or finance-related administration.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Finance and other teams.
  • Strong attention to detail and confidence working across multiple systems, with experience supporting multiple locations or workforce planning considered advantageous.

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 [email protected].

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Simply click the Apply button or visit https://www.cleanaway.com.au/about-us/careers and let's make a positive impact together.

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