About the Department:The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities.
We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights.
Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision.
Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.
About Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre:Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre is a Department of Education school operating within the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre at Wacol.
It is a multi-campus school that caters to both male and female students from across the state who are either on remand or have been sentenced for criminal offences.
The school plays an important role in the community by providing young people in detention with the opportunity to gain knowledge, skills, and values that can enhance their capacity to pursue positive choices in the future.
Candidates are encouraged to visit our website to learn more about our organisation.About the role:As the Cleaner at Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre you will have the responsibility for; Cleaning windows, pictures, doorknobs, taps, sinks, drinking fountains, lavatory basins, glassware, glass doors and cupboards.Cleaning and sanitising toilet facilities and sick bays.Cleaning and maintaining equipment.Cobweb and mildew control, utilising extendable equipment as necessary.Cleaning of concrete, bitumen, asphalt and paved surfaces.Disposal of rubbish and litter control including removal of material from drains and gutters between and/or surrounding buildings.Dusting including student and office furniture, equipment and fans.Hosing.Removal of graffiti.Sweeping and vacuuming.Vinyl/timber floor maintenance including buffing, stripping and polishing.Other appropriate cleaning duties as directed by the Principal/Business Manager.comply with the requirements of workplace health and safety, employment equity and anti-discrimination practices and the behaviour in the work environment.
Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualities: Highly motivated and proactiveDemonstrated initiative compliance and time management skillsExcellent communication skillsKnowledge and awareness of relevant workplace health and safety practices and standards Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
