Executive Assistant to ExCom

Join to apply for the Executive Assistant to ExCom 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 10,000 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. Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chief People Officer and General Counsel & Company Secretary, who excels in a fast‑paced, complex environment, is proactive by nature, and brings a modern, partnership‑focused approach to executive support. This is a unique opportunity to blend traditional Executive Assistant excellence with high‑impact board support and proactive team initiatives. You’ll manage diaries, coordinate priorities, and keep momentum on key programs of work—while supporting Board and company secretarial operations and preparing high‑quality team communication and engagement activities. What You’ll Be Doing Managing diaries, inboxes, travel arrangements, coordinating events and meeting preparation. Coordinating board activities, including preparing papers, reviewing and formatting board reports, and managing deadlines. Liaising with board members to organise travel and meeting logistics. Assisting with processing invoices, purchase orders, and general administrative support. Creating and distributing a monthly team newsletter, contributing ideas and content. Engaging with team members to gather updates, support communication flow, and help maintain a positive team culture. Maintaining discretion and confidentiality in all internal and external relationships, engagements and communications. About You Experienced EA supporting multiple senior stakeholders in a large, complex organisation. Prior experience with Board support and management. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Strong MS Suite skills—PowerPoint, Excel (intermediate), and Word formatting. Outstanding communication skills with confidence in writing and creating content. Proactive, solutions‑focused, and comfortable managing changing priorities. Ability to build rapport quickly and represent the executives professionally. 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 and 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. All internal applicants will receive a notification within 2 weeks of the closing date of this advertisement. 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 . Applications close: 03 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Vacancy No: Work Type: Permanent – Full Time Location: Melbourne VIC Australia Categories: Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr