About
Comprehensive support for
planned and emergency shutdowns
This “blinds-to-blinds” approach combines mechanical, chemical and environmental services to reduce total downtime, improve safety and deliver measurable performance gains.
Each project is managed using detailed work packs, quality and safety controls, and post-project analysis to ensure safe, efficient and compliant outcomes every time.
These capabilities form part of Cleanaway’s integrated Industrial Services offering, strengthened through our integration with Contract Resources.
Hazardous and process waste
Shutdowns often generate significant volumes of hazardous and process-related waste, including hydrocarbons, chemical residues, contaminated water, solvents and sludges from tanks, vessels and pipelines.
Maintenance and cleaning waste
Routine maintenance during shutdowns produces non-hazardous but high-volume waste streams such as dust, scale, debris, wastewater, insulation and general site clean-up materials. These can include both recyclable and residual wastes.
Expertise
Safety and compliance first
Every Cleanaway shutdown is performed safely and in compliance with all regulations. Our comprehensive approach supports risk management through:
ISO certification
As a certified provider (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001), we work to the highest standards in occupational health and safety, environmental management and quality assurance
Thorough planning and assessment
Each shutdown is supported by site-specific Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA), method statements and compliance documentation
Safeguards for workers
Our teams are confined-space trained, fully insured and inducted according to your site protocols
Compliance reporting
Our processes support EPA reporting and documentation for regulated waste handling
Process
Services for industrial cleaning and maintenance shutdowns
Whether you need cleaning, maintenance, waste disposal or emergency support for your plant shutdown, we can provide the right solution for your site, project duration and operational requirements.
Cleanaway’s tailored shutdown solutions draw on our full range of industrial services, including:
Surface cleaning, scale removal and internal pipe cleaning using water jetting up to 40,000 psi
Removal of sludges, slurries, powders and bulk waste from tanks, pits and process lines
Clearing pipes and stormwater systems to restore full function
Internal cleaning and emptying of confined-space vessels with our industry-leading BinWhip
Removal of hazardous residues, contaminants or combustible dusts in line with safety compliance requirements
Collection, transport and disposal of all waste streams generated during the shutdown
Non-destructive digging for exposing underground services safely
Details
Technology and equipment for industrial
cleaning, maintenance and waste management
High-pressure water jetters
Up to 60,000 psi water blasting units
Vacuum loading trucks
Wet and dry vacs with large-volume tanks
Hydro excavation units
Non-destructive digging with vacuum recovery
Confined space equipment
Gas monitors, extraction fans, harnesses and breathing gear
CCTV inspection units
Drain, pipe and culvert inspection via remote crawler systems
Mobile decontamination units
Onsite support for chemical or hazardous residue cleaning
Output
What happens to waste
During plant and infrastructure shutdowns, hazardous and non-hazardous wastes are generated through maintenance, tank cleaning and decontamination. Cleanaway collects these materials via vacuum loading and industrial cleaning, transporting them safely to licensed facilities.
Hazardous wastes such as chemical residues, hydrocarbons and contaminated water are treated under strict protocols, while non-hazardous debris and general waste are recovered or recycled wherever possible. Detailed waste tracking and reporting give customers assurance of safe, compliant shutdown delivery.
Our promise
Why choose Cleanaway
A one-stop solution
We offer an expansive range of services, custom waste solutions and expert support to meet the waste management and resource recovery needs of Australian businesses, councils and industries of any size.
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Optimised waste management solutions
Our team of resource recovery professionals work closely with you to find the best waste management solution for your business, helping you achieve potential cost savings while working towards your sustainability goals.
Market-leading infrastructure
Our licensed, state-of-the-art facilities enable safe, efficient waste processing and resource recovery at scale.
Making a sustainable future possible together
We’re leading the way in sustainable waste management and resource recovery, helping Australia to transition to a circular economy and investing in lasting solutions for the benefit of Australians – now and into the future.