Ancillary Services Worker, Youth Justice And Victim Support

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government's Youth Justice and Victim Support Brisbane - West is seeking an Ancillary Services Worker to assist in preparing and delivering nutritious meals, maintain cleaning and hygiene standards, and support laundry and maintenance tasks within a secure youth detention environment.

The role requires attention to food safety, WHS practices, accurate stock control, and adherence to security procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation, cleaning, or facility maintenance is beneficial.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) and food safety procedures is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a high-security environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals to young people and staff.
• Maintain hygienic food preparation areas and kitchen equipment.
• Follow food safety standards and security protocols.
• Assist with stock control, including ordering, recording, and stocktakes.
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness in designated areas of the centre.
• Sanitise toilet facilities, windows, and doors.
• Sweep, vacuum, and polish floors; clean offices and common areas.
• Maintain and store cleaning equipment securely and responsibly.
• Assist with laundry services, including washing, drying, and distributing clothing and linen.
• Perform minor maintenance and groundskeeping tasks, such as lawn mowing and rubbish disposal.
• Adhere to procedures to ensure safety and security of the detention centre.
• Report hazards, risks, or security concerns to the supervisor.
• Support a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace.

Skills

Food prep

Cleaning

Stock control

WHS knowledge

Security procedures

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

As an Ancillary Services Worker, you will:

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of nutritious, varied meals to young people and staff.
• Maintain hygienic food preparation areas and kitchen equipment.
• Follow food safety standards and adhere to security protocols.
• Assist with stock control, including ordering, recording, and conducting stocktakes.

Cleaning and Hygiene Services

• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness in designated areas of the centre.
• Sanitising toilet facilities, windows, and doors.
• Sweeping, vacuuming, and polishing floors.
• Cleaning offices, common areas, and kitchen facilities.
• Maintain and store cleaning equipment securely and responsibly.

Laundry and Maintenance Support

• Assist with laundry services, including washing, drying, and distributing clothing and linen.
• Perform minor maintenance and groundskeeping tasks, such as lawn mowing and rubbish disposal.

Security and Safety Compliance

• Adhere to operational procedures to ensure the safety and security of the detention centre.
• Report any hazards, risks, or security concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Support a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace.

We assess your suitability based on your experience, skills, and potential for development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Vision

• Commitment to public service
• Understand the broader purpose of the role and its impact on youth rehabilitation.
• Adaptability and resilience
• Work effectively in a dynamic, high-security environment.

Results

• Efficiency and reliability
• Complete tasks to a high standard while meeting deadlines.
• Accountability and integrity
• Follow procedures and uphold ethical workplace practices.

Accountability

• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Follow hygiene and security protocols.
• Respect for diversity and inclusion
• Foster an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and respected.

Role-Specific Skills

• Experience in food preparation, cleaning, or facility maintenance is beneficial.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) and food safety procedures is advantageous.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Ancillary Services Worker, Youth Justice and Victim Support Brisbane - West, Australia