Cleaner

Palm Lake Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

EAP access

Tenure rewards

Supportive culture

Career opportunities

Job summary

Palm Lake Group in Bangholme, Victoria, is seeking a reliable Cleaner to join the Willow Lodge team. You will help maintain high cleanliness and presentation across common areas, supporting a welcoming environment for residents and guests.

In this full-time role (38 hours/week, Mon-Fri), you’ll manage cleaning tasks independently, follow schedules, and uphold safety and hygiene standards while contributing to a vibrant over-50s community.

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and high cleaning standards.
• Prior cleaning experience, preferably in a commercial environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage a cleaning schedule effectively.
• Proactive approach to keep resort areas at their best.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining common areas: pool room, office, hairdresser, gym, craft room, clubhouse, library.
• Dusting, vacuuming, mopping, rubbish removal.
• Ensuring toilets are cleaned to hygienic standard.
• Cleaning internal windows and appliances like refrigerators and microwaves.
• Tidy kitchen areas and wipe surfaces; empty dishwashers.
• Replenish supplies such as coffee and tea.
• Identify and eliminate hazards to ensure safety.
• Clean stock and display homes for potential purchasers.
• Weekly tasks: clean light switches, power points, door frames, dust cobwebs.
• Other cleaning duties as directed by resort managers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cleaning experience

Independent worker

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation?

Do you take pride in creating a welcoming environment?

About Us

Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned company with extensive experience in developing, constructing and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages and Aged Care Facilities in Australia. Our resorts are more than just somewhere to live they are vibrant communities designed for those seeking a lifestyle filled with comfort, connection, and opportunity. We are committed to providing high-quality homes, exceptional service, and vibrant communities that inspire and excite our residents.

Join us in redefining over-50s living.

Position Details

We're looking for a reliable and committed Cleaner to join our Palm Lake Resort Willow Lodge team in Bangholme Victoria, whose attention to detail will ensure our resort remains a clean and enjoyable place for residents and visitors alike.

This is a Full-Time role, working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Your work will be essential to ensuring the resort facilities are clean, presentable and organised for resident and visitor use at all times.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining common areas such as the pool room, office, hairdresser, gym, craft room, clubhouse, and library.
• Dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and rubbish removal.
• Ensuring toilet facilities are cleaned to a hygienic standard.
• Cleaning internal windows and ensuring equipment like refrigerators and microwaves are spotless.
• Tidying kitchen areas, including emptying dishwashers and wiping surfaces.
• Replenishing supplies such as coffee, tea, and other consumables.
• Identifying and eliminating hazards, such as slippery floors or obstacles, to ensure safety.
• Cleaning stock and display homes for potential purchasers.
• Weekly tasks such as cleaning light switches, power points, door frames, and dusting cobwebs.
• Other cleaning duties as directed by the resort managers.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who shares our values and belief that respect, passion, community, impact & safety underpins all the work we do.

To excel in this role, you will bring:

• A keen eye for detail and commitment to high cleaning standards.
• Prior cleaning experience, preferably in a commercial environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage a cleaning schedule effectively.
• A positive attitude and a proactive approach to ensuring the resort is always at its best.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Resort, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

• Competitive Remuneration
• Work-life Balance with flexible working hours.
• 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards!
• Supportive team culture– Be part of a vibrant and inclusive community where your contributions are valued
• Career Opportunities -Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.