Industrial cleaning services supporting one of Australia’s most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities
Maintaining a live automotive manufacturing facility requires far more than keeping the workplace clean. Every cleaning task has the potential to impact safety, production quality and operational efficiency.
That is why PACCAR Australia, the premier manufacturer of Kenworth and DAF trucks in Australia, partnered with SCS Group to deliver industrial cleaning and integrated waste management services across its Victorian manufacturing operations.
What began as a single-site contract has grown into a multi-site partnership supporting critical production environments, specialist paint booth cleaning and integrated waste management across one of Australia’s largest and most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities.
“SCS Group has become a trusted extension of our team. Their attention to detail, professionalism and proactive communication give us the confidence that our sites are not just clean, but production-ready and compliant every day.”
Brent Nash
Facilities Manager, PACCAR Australia
Partnership at a glance
- July 2024 – Awarded the initial industrial cleaning contract
- August 2024 – Expanded to a second PACCAR manufacturing site
- July 2025 – Appointed to a third manufacturing facility
- Late 2025 – Awarded specialist paint booth cleaning services following proven performance
- 28 dedicated SCS Group personnel working across day, afternoon and night shifts
- 49-acre advanced manufacturing facility
- 1,400+ PACCAR employees supported
- Zero lost-time injuries during the first 12+ months of service
The challenge
PACCAR Australia operates one of the country’s most advanced truck manufacturing facilities, where production continues across multiple operational areas every day.
Maintaining these environments requires far more than routine commercial cleaning. Cleaning activities must integrate seamlessly with production schedules, support workplace safety, protect product quality and minimise operational disruption.
SCS Group was engaged to deliver an industrial cleaning solution capable of meeting these demands while becoming an extension of PACCAR’s operational team.
Supporting one of Australia’s leading automotive manufacturers
PACCAR Australia operates one of the country’s most sophisticated truck manufacturing facilities, where production, engineering, logistics and corporate operations work together to manufacture industry-leading heavy vehicles.
Within this environment, cleanliness extends well beyond presentation. It contributes directly to workplace safety, operational efficiency, production quality and compliance with stringent manufacturing standards.
SCS Group works as an embedded operational partner, delivering industrial cleaning services that support live manufacturing without disrupting production.
A partnership that continues to grow
SCS Group was initially awarded the PACCAR cleaning contract in July 2024.
Strong operational performance, consistent service delivery and close collaboration with PACCAR’s operational teams quickly established a trusted working relationship. As confidence in the partnership grew, so did the scope of services.
The relationship expanded to a second manufacturing site in August 2024, followed by a third site in July 2025. Later that year, PACCAR entrusted SCS Group with specialist paint booth cleaning, recognising the team’s ability to operate safely and effectively within highly controlled production environments.
Today, SCS Group supports multiple PACCAR facilities with 28 dedicated team members working across day, afternoon and night shifts, fully integrated into PACCAR’s operational and safety frameworks.
Industrial cleaning designed for live manufacturing
Operating within a live manufacturing environment requires careful planning, strict safety procedures and a deep understanding of production schedules.
SCS Group delivers a comprehensive industrial cleaning and integrated waste management program that enables production to continue safely while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and compliance.
Core services include:
- General cleaning of offices, amenities, lunchrooms and cafés
- Scheduled cleaning of production-adjacent areas
- Six-day split rosters across day and afternoon shifts
- Consumables supply and management
- Full-time forklift operation for internal waste movement
- Waste collection, sorting and recycling management
- Housekeeping of skip and waste handling areas
- Ongoing support for safe and efficient manufacturing operations
Specialist industrial cleaning expertise
Alongside routine cleaning services, SCS Group delivers specialist cleaning programs designed specifically for automotive manufacturing environments.
These services include:
- Paint booth cleaning
- Complete paint booth shutdown cleans
- High-level cleaning
- Machine floor detailing
- Diesel, oil and chemical spill response
- Pressure washing and steam cleaning
- Machine scrubbing
- Strip and seal flooring
- Car park and external area cleaning
- Annual shutdown and spring-cleaning programs
Specialist paint booth cleaning
Paint booth cleaning is one of the most specialised disciplines within industrial cleaning.
Dust, contamination and residue can directly affect paint quality, production efficiency and finished vehicle presentation. For this reason, paint booth cleaning must be completed to exceptionally high standards during carefully scheduled production shutdowns.
Following consistently strong performance across its broader cleaning program, PACCAR expanded SCS Group’s responsibilities to include comprehensive paint booth cleaning across multiple booths.
This expanded scope reflects PACCAR’s confidence in SCS Group’s ability to deliver specialist services safely, consistently and without disrupting production.
The expanded appointment was based on:
- Proven operational performance
- Demonstrated capability within sensitive production environments
- Strong relationships with operational stakeholders
- Deep understanding of PACCAR’s manufacturing processes
- Consistent delivery across multiple sites
Safety, people and continuous improvement
Manufacturing environments demand a workforce that understands both cleaning and production.
PACCAR’s operations are supported by a stable, experienced SCS Group team that participates in structured onboarding, ongoing site-specific training and weekly workplace health and safety toolbox meetings.
This commitment to safety and continuous improvement has contributed to zero lost-time injuries during the first 12 months of the partnership while supporting PACCAR’s own safety culture and compliance requirements.
Technology supporting better outcomes
SCS Group combines experienced people with technology to provide greater visibility across manufacturing operations.
Through Smart Connect and real-time reporting systems, PACCAR benefits from:
- Live visibility of completed tasks
- Faster identification of operational risks
- Improved waste sorting and recycling outcomes
- Greater accountability across labour, compliance and service delivery
- Transparent reporting for operational stakeholders
The result is improved efficiency, stronger governance and greater confidence that cleaning standards continue to support production readiness.
Results delivered
Since commencing the partnership, SCS Group has successfully:
- Expanded from one manufacturing facility to three
- Increased the scope to include specialist paint booth cleaning
- Embedded 28 dedicated personnel across multiple shifts
- Maintained zero lost-time injuries during the first 12+ months
- Improved operational support through integrated waste management
- Become a trusted operational partner within PACCAR’s manufacturing business
Looking for an industrial cleaning partner that understands manufacturing?
Whether you operate an automotive manufacturing facility, food production site, warehouse or complex industrial environment, SCS Group delivers industrial cleaning solutions designed to support production, protect safety and improve operational performance.
Contact our team to discuss how we can support your manufacturing operations.
Contact:
Nicholas Pastras JR
Business Development Manager, SCS Group
M 0488 999 464
FAQs
What industrial cleaning services does SCS Group provide for manufacturing facilities?
SCS Group delivers comprehensive industrial cleaning services for manufacturing facilities, including production area cleaning, specialist paint booth cleaning, industrial waste management, shutdown cleaning, machine cleaning, pressure washing, high-level cleaning and scheduled maintenance cleaning. Our services are tailored to support safe, efficient and compliant manufacturing operations.
Can SCS Group work within live manufacturing environments?
Yes. Our teams are trained to operate safely within active manufacturing facilities while minimising disruption to production and maintaining strict compliance requirements.
Do you provide specialist paint booth cleaning?
Yes. SCS Group delivers comprehensive paint booth cleaning during scheduled shutdowns, helping maintain paint quality, production efficiency and workplace safety.
How does SCS Group maintain safety on industrial sites?
Our teams undertake structured onboarding, ongoing training, site-specific inductions and regular WHS toolbox talks, supported by ISO-certified management systems and real-time reporting technology.
Can SCS Group clean operating manufacturing facilities without disrupting production?
Yes. SCS Group specialises in cleaning live manufacturing environments where production must continue safely and efficiently. Our teams work around production schedules, shift changes and planned shutdowns to minimise disruption while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and compliance.
Which manufacturing industries does SCS Group support?
SCS Group provides industrial cleaning services across a wide range of manufacturing sectors, including automotive, food and beverage, warehousing and distribution, logistics, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods and heavy manufacturing. Our cleaning programs are tailored to each site’s operational, safety and compliance requirements.
Do you provide shutdown and preventative maintenance cleaning?
Yes. SCS Group delivers planned shutdown cleaning, annual maintenance cleans, equipment cleaning, high-level cleaning and specialist production line cleaning. These services are scheduled around planned maintenance periods to support operational efficiency, equipment performance and production readiness before facilities return to operation.
Why is specialist industrial cleaning important in manufacturing environments?
Industrial cleaning plays a critical role in maintaining workplace safety, protecting product quality and supporting operational efficiency. A well-managed cleaning program helps reduce contamination risks, improve compliance, extend the life of plant and equipment, and create safer working environments for employees.
