Cleaner

Lithgow City Council; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development opportunities

Rostered days off every fortnight

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lithgow City Council in Lithgow, NSW is seeking a Cleaner to join our Cleansing Unit. You will perform general cleaning across administration offices, maintain hygiene, and follow WHS guidelines to support a safe work environment.

The role requires a valid driver's licence, ability to work independently, and a commitment to safety and customer service. This is a permanent full-time position with ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold a current class C, P1 or P2 drivers licence.
• Ability to provide high quality work to maintain a clean, hygienic, safe environment.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling according to SDS and manufacturers’ specs.
• Friendly, self-motivated team player capable of working independently.
• Strong organisational skills to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication both verbal and written.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) principles.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general cleaning duties including litter removal, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors, wiping surfaces and disinfecting kitchen and bathroom areas.
• Ensure cleanliness of Council and Community Buildings.
• Follow SDS and safety procedures for chemical storage and use.
• Conduct daily and monthly workplace inspections and risk assessments.
• Maintain professional standards and presentation to project a positive image of Council.

Skills

Driver's licence

Hygiene & safety

Communication skills

Organisational skills

WH&S knowledge

Integrity

Independent worker

Education

Certificate II in Cleaning Operations or equivalent

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to join their team in Lithgow, NSW.

Reporting to the Cleansing Unit Team Leader, you will be responsible for undertaking general cleaning duties, including removal of littler, vacuuming carpets, sweeping and mopping hard floor surfaces, wiping down surfaces, dusting shelves, clearing bins, cleaning windows and disinfecting bathroom and kitchen areas, ensuring hygienic standards are maintained throughout Council's administration offices, chemical handling and storage procedures are followed and any hazards are reported to the Cleansing Unit Team Leader.

More specifically, your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Undertaking general cleaning duties including the removal of litter, vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floor surfaces, wiping down surfaces, dusting shelves, clearing bins, cleaning windows and disinfecting kitchen and bathroom areas
• Ensure cleanliness of Council and Community Buildings
• Use and storage of products, substances or chemicals following Safety Data Sheets safety information, Council's policies and legislative requirements
• Conduct daily and monthly workplace inspections and risk assessments and as per schedule provided
• Project and promote the image of Council as both positive and efficient through maintaining professional standards and presentation

About you

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Hold a current class C, P1 or P2 drivers licence
• Ability to provide high quality work in order to provide a clean, hygienic, safe and aesthetic environment for Council employees and members of the public
• Knowledge of the safe use of appropriate chemicals, and the ability to measure simple quantities for mixtures for chemical use to comply with manufacturers’ specifications
• Be a friendly and self-motivated team player, with a demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal or no direct supervision
• Well-developed organisational skills to manage competing priorities and complete set outcomes within tight deadlines
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles and legislative requirements of Work Health and Safety (WH&S).
• Demonstrated Commitment to the principles of honesty and integrity

In addition, an ideal candidate would have:

• Previous relevant experience in commercial cleaning and /or cleaning of public amenities
• Hold Certificate II in Cleaning Operations or equivalent
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate

Salary and Benefits

If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you.

• Between $1,063.91 and $1,148.61 per week, commensurate with your skills, qualifications and experience.
• Permanent, Full-time, 38 hours per week,
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Work/Life balance with a rostered day off every fortnight
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON Thursday 8 October 2026 at 4pm AEST.

Please note: To be considered for this position, candidates must address all selection criteria. Those who do not address the selection criteria with examples will not be considered.

Applications generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) may not be progressed in the recruitment process.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol screening and functional assessment. Preferred applicants may be subject to reference checks, driving history checks, qualification checks, a NSW Police Check, a Working with Children check and confirmation of your Right to Work in Australia.

You must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a permanent resident or have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Lithgow City Council

The Lithgow local government area is located on the western edge of the majestic Blue Mountains. The area totals 4,567 square kilometres from the Capertee and Wolgan Valleys in the north, Little Hartley in the east, Tarana in the south and Meadow Flat in the west.

The major urban centre of Lithgow nestles in a valley of that name, overlooked by the sandstone escarpments of the Blue Mountains. In the addition to the major urban centre of Lithgow, the Lithgow local government area has 12 villages with mining or farming backgrounds. These smaller centres have proven to be a attractive rural residential areas which, along with the broader rural areas offer a truly unique lifestyle that harmonises its urban, industrial and rural qualities.

Council is focused on delivering quality services as a Centre of Regional Excellence that encourages community growth and development, and contributes to the efficient and effective management of the environment, community and economy for present and future generations.

The guiding principles of integrity, resilience, respect and accountability define how Lithgow City Council strengthen its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. For further details on Council's values, please visit https://council.lithgow.com