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Posted 25 June, 2026

Refinery Operator

Cleanaway
Rutherford NSW Australia Full Time
Reference: 156_371475_524778



Refinery Operator

Fixed Plant Refinery Production Operator

  • Permanent - Full-time position - Rutherford, NSW
  • 28-day roster cycle 12-hour continuous shift roster, 5 on 5 off / 4 on 5 off / 5 on 4 off
  • Excellent pay rate on offer
  • Full uniforms and PPE provided
  • Monthly pay

The Opportunity:

  • Efficient operation and monitoring of used lubrication oil refinery
  • Loading and unloading of trucks and transferring of bulk oil products
  • Conduct sample analysis
  • Diagnose faults in plant and equipment
  • Maintain efficient plant operations
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work site
  • Monthly pay

Skills and Experience:

  • Great attitude with a willingness to learn
  • Operate and monitor refinery processes and raw materials
  • Start up and shut down processes of the refinery and pretreatment operations
  • Complete paperwork, data entry and records, issue work permits
  • Proficient in Maths and English
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug test
  • Chemical handling highly regarded
  • Forklift licence advantageous

Why Cleanaway:

  • Full-time, permanent role
  • Zero harm safety culture: the safety, health and well-being of our people and the communities where we operate are our first and foremost consideration.
  • Great company benefits: Employee discounted share purchase scheme, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP and more.
  • Australia's largest waste management company: career, training and development opportunities.
  • Company commitment to diversity and inclusion programs: 18 weeks paid primary carer leave top-up

Who we are:

Cleanaway is Australia's largest waste management organisation with over 10,000 employees working at over 400 sites. We have been around in Australia for over 50 years, delivering solutions that offer extraordinary benefits not just for our customers, but for our communities and the environment we live in. Cleanaway provides sustainable waste management solutions to a range of customers, including councils, small businesses, large corporate entities and government agencies.

Cleanaway is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, mature age and early careers, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Don't waste another minute - come and join us in our exciting journey towards a sustainable future! Simply click the Apply button below or visit www.cleanaway.com.au and let's make a positive impact together!

https://www.cleanaway.com.au/

Applications close:


Vacancy no: 524778
Work type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Rutherford NSW Australia
Categories: Drivers & Operators, Engineering, Scientific & Technical, Trades & General Labour

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