Housekeeping Officer - Community Health Housing

Position Objective:

To maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and facility upkeep across community healthcare units, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and health-compliant environment for clients, staff, and visitors.

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Key Responsibilities:

Perform routine cleaning of client rooms, common areas, bathrooms, kitchens, and clinical spaces.

Conduct scheduled deep cleans as per infection control standards.

Ensure waste is managed and disposed of safely, including clinical and sharps waste where applicable.

Identify and report and oversee maintenance issues (leaks, broken fittings, safety hazards).

Maintain cleaning records and logs for audits and compliance.

Coordinate property maintenance for urgent repairs or access needs.

Prepare Units for new rentals, client and discharges.

Ensure stock levels for cleaning supplies are monitored and replenished.

Follow all workplace health and safety (WHS) and infection prevention protocols.

Uphold confidentiality and respect for clients' dignity and privacy.

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Required Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience in professional cleaning or housekeeping (preferably in healthcare or aged care).

Knowledge of infection control practices and WHS standards in health settings.

Physical stamina to handle manual work and frequent movement.

Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently across multiple housing programs.

Excellent attention to detail.

Clear communication skills and record-keeping.

Basic computer or tablet use for checklists and task reporting.

Understanding of cultural safety and respectful interactions with diverse community.

Current driver's license.

National Police Check (required).

Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening (due to working in those environments).

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Desirable:

Certificate III in Cleaning Operations, Health Support Services, or similar.

First Aid and CPR certification.

Experience working in regional or rural health services.

Understanding of infection prevention in aged care or disability settings.

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How to Apply :

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to

For inquiries about the role, please contact

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