About the roleSt Joseph's Catholic School, Mundingburra is seeking a Cleaner to commence as soon as practicable.
This is a term time, fixed term position, completing 35 hours per week commencing from 20 January 2025 to 5 December 2025.The Cleaner contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the school by providing a high level of cleanliness to the facilities.
The Cleaner will work within a team to provide a clean, safe and pleasant environment for students and employees and create a physical environment that is conducive to learning and safe student movement.The Cleaner will work with limited supervision under the direction of the Principal.Key AccountabilitiesWork is normally performed in a typical interior office and/or classroom environment/outdoors environment and may involve frequent exposure to elements such as weather (sun/wind/rain), dust, dirt, fumes and/or loud noises.Typical duties performed may include, but are not limited to: Maintaining a clean and safe learning and working environment for students, staff and visitors to the College in line with cleaning schedules and processesOperating and maintaining cleaning equipment including vacuum cleaners, polishers and blowers ensuring a commitment to safe operating proceduresSweeping, mopping and buffing tiled floorsVacuuming carpets, mats and other floor surfacesDusting desks, tables, shelves and ledges Collecting litter, emptying and washing rubbish binsRemoving graffiti from desks, chairs and wallsCleaning windows, fans, fridges, stoves, toilets, sinks and basinsSweeping, blowing and hosing/pressure cleaning paved areasLocking up rooms including windows, doors and turning off lights.
Cleaner using specialised equipment: Ordering supplies and receiving deliveries and/or being given the responsibility for the distribution and maintenance of toilet and other requisites and cleaning materials in buildings/ establishments Carpet cleaning - operating equipment used in any or all of the following methods - powder systems or liquid shampoo systems or hot water injection and extraction systems (commonly called "steam cleaning")Cleaning windows on the exterior of multi-storied buildings from swinging scaffolds, hydraulic bucket trucks or similar devicesOperating "Ride-On" powered sweeping machines ensuring a commitment to safe operating proceduresOperating steam cleaning and pressure washing equipment on the exterior of buildings.
General expectations: Any other task as reasonably directedAdhering to cleaning protocols and schedules with a commitment to safe cleaning processes including correct use of cleaning products and chemicalsLiaising with the Principal to report any security, safety, damage concerns to eliminate or minimise hazards.
About youExperience Recent experience in a cleaning/services/operational role or similarUnderstanding and commitment to Workplace Health and Safety legislation and professional regulations to reduce the risk of harm to self and others relative to the role of a cleanerAbility to follow safety precautions that may involve the use of protective equipment where work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials, machinery, use of tools and other equipment.
Skills Manoeuvring within the office/college environment appropriate to the position – demonstrating agility and adherence to manual handling techniques Ability to communicate effectively to meet the necessary standards with respect to clarity, accuracy and professionalism appropriate to the positionAbility to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks with competing timelinesA demonstrated ability to develop and sustain productive working relationships.
Attributes Enthusiastic, energetic, flexible with a proactive attitudeFlexible and responsive to the needs of the college community and driven to achieve the best outcomesAbility to accept responsibility for own work.
Mandatory Criteria Current Working with Children Suitability Card or eligibility to obtain same - the successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland GovernmentAbility to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe mannerThis position will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment to support the selection process.
For some positions, it may be necessary for the successful applicant to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission.
This position will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment to support the selection process.
Desirable Criteria Ability to operate commercial and industrial cleaning equipmentFamiliarity with Safety Data Sheets for chemical substances used and appropriate storage of same.
What we offer Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary Modern facilities, equipment and resourcesAccess to additional Employer Superannuation ContributionsAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service14 Weeks' paid parental leaveDeferred Salary SchemeAccess to corporate health schemesInduction processes and professional learning programsAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramWellbeing programs and initiatives.