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Australia's Complete Waste Management Partner
Cleanaway has been Australia's leading waste management and resource recovery partner for over five decades, delivering comprehensive solutions tailored to diverse industry needs. Our national scale and expertise ensure efficient waste collection, processing, and recycling while adhering to the highest environmental standards. Through strategic acquisitions like Toxfree, Daniels Health, and Grasshopper Environmental, we've expanded our capabilities to include 7,900 staff, 6,350 vehicles, and 330 locations nationwide. Our ISO-certified operations cover solid waste, hazardous materials, industrial cleaning, and innovative recycling technologies, including Australia's first large-scale soft plastics recycling facility.We collaborate with industry leaders like TOMRA and Viva Energy to advance circular economy initiatives, demonstrated through projects like the Sydney Resource Network and Western Sydney Material Recovery Facility. Our commitment to sustainability is evidenced by generating 225.3GWh of energy from waste annually, powering over 37,000 homes while maintaining ASX100-listed corporate accountability.
Services
General Waste
Hazardous Waste
Waste Oil
Construction Waste
Industrial Cleaning
E-waste Recycling
Clinical Waste
Liquids Management
Highlights and features
- We operate Australia's largest waste management fleet with 6,350 vehicles and 330 locations
- Our ISO-certified processes ensure strict environmental and safety compliance
- We've invested in cutting-edge facilities like Western Sydney's advanced MRF
- 24/7 emergency spill response available through dedicated hotlines
- We generate 225.3GWh of renewable energy annually from waste materials
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 4801
Services
General Waste
Our comprehensive general waste management service helps businesses reduce landfill impact through tailored recycling solutions. We provide waste stream health checks to identify diversion opportunities and optimise collection systems. With over 140,000 customers nationwide, our solutions include skip bins, commingled recycling, and secure document destruction services that improve sustainability metrics while maintaining operational efficiency.
Hazardous Waste
Specialist hazardous waste management covering solvents, acids, asbestos, and PFAS-contaminated materials. Our EPA-licensed facilities and NATA-accredited laboratories ensure safe handling of 140 million litres of hazardous liquids annually. Services include onsite treatment plants, secure product destruction, and electronic tracking systems that maintain chain-of-custody compliance for industrial and healthcare sectors.
Waste Oil
Australia's largest oil recycler processes 150 million litres annually through Category 1 facilities in NSW. We collect used lubricants, hydraulic oils, and oily water from 35,000 workshops, converting waste into API-certified base oils. Our closed-loop system reduces crude oil dependence by 900,000 barrels yearly while providing cost-effective disposal solutions with scheduled collections and public drop-off points.
Construction Waste
Full-cycle construction waste management services handle concrete, metals, and timber from building projects. Our 2-23m bins and GPS-tracked fleet enable efficient material recovery, with Green Star-rated solutions that divert 90% of demolition waste from landfill. Services include contaminated site remediation, pressure water jetting, and custom waste management plans for projects of all scales.
Industrial Cleaning
24/7 industrial cleaning services reduce plant downtime through vacuum loading, hydro excavation, and closed-circuit monitoring. Our specialist equipment handles sludge removal, tank cleaning, and emergency spill response across energy, mining, and manufacturing sectors. Certified to ISO standards, we provide shutdown services and protective coatings while maintaining strict OHS compliance for operational continuity.
People
Murray Cordery
Owner-Driver
With 38 years of service, Murray Cordery is Cleanaway's longest-serving owner-driver. His career spans multiple operational roles, contributing to the company's safety and service excellence standards while mentoring new drivers in best practices.
Questions
What waste management services does Cleanaway offer?
We provide comprehensive services including general waste disposal, hazardous chemical management, construction waste recycling, industrial cleaning, and clinical waste treatment across Australia.
Do you offer emergency waste response services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency spills hotline (1800 SPILLS) provides immediate response for industrial accidents and environmental contamination incidents nationwide.
How does Cleanaway handle hazardous waste?
We manage hazardous materials through EPA-licensed facilities with NATA-accredited laboratories, offering secure transportation, treatment, and electronic tracking systems for complete chain-of-custody compliance.
Can businesses track their waste disposal?
Yes, our electronic monitoring systems allow complete tracking of waste materials through the disposal chain with monthly recycling performance reports available for all clients.
What sustainability initiatives does Cleanaway have?
We generate 225.3GWh of renewable energy annually, operate Australia's first large-scale soft plastics recycling facility, and have diverted millions of tonnes of waste from landfill through advanced recovery technologies.
