Cleaner

Quilpie Shire Council; Quilpie Shire; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Wellbeing Week activities

Ongoing training and professional dev.

9 day fortnights

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Quilpie Shire Council is seeking a motivated Cleaner to support our community in western Queensland. You will be the friendly first point of contact, keeping council buildings clean and safe while supporting various departments to ensure operations run smoothly.

Reporting to the Town Services Supervisor, you’ll perform general cleaning, assist with training room upkeep, and handle functions before and after events.

Qualifications

• Current General Construction Induction Card
• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
• Current Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B immunisations (or willing to obtain)
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision
• Ability to lift and stack tables and chairs

Responsibilities

• Undertake general cleaning of council buildings including vacuuming, sweeping and dusting desks/tables; empty rubbish bins; clean toilets and restock supplies; clean morning tea room and wash up; clean lights, walls, windows and carpets.
• General cleaning of training rooms.
• Clean buildings prior to and after functions.
• Stock take of equipment before and after uses at functions and report missing items to Administration Office.
• Other duties as requested by the Town Services Supervisor or Deputy/Director within the incumbent’s skill set

Job description

Here’s to Quilpie. Here’s to you.

Want to work with a down-to-earth team where you’re respected for what you bring, your well being matters, and you’re supported to grow?

Introduction

Here’s to Quilpie. Here’s to you. Want to work with a down-to-earth team where you’re respected for what you bring, your well being matters, and you’re supported to grow?

Welcome to Quilpie Shire Council, where you’ll find real opportunities, real community and the life you want to live. We may be a small council, but we’re proudly punching well above our weight. Serving our community in Western Queensland since 1930, we’ve continually evolved with the needs of our people - and we’re just getting started.

We’re seeking a highly motivated Cleaner to help power our vibrant community. Take ownership of your role and build a great career in a truly unique place that feels like home.

Description

Your opportunity

As a Cleaner at Quilpie Shire Council, you will be the friendly first point of contact for our community and a key player in keeping operations running smoothly.

Reporting to the Town Services Supervisor, you will provide vital support to various departments, ensuring the work we do every day directly benefits our community.

With integrity and pride, you will:

• Undertake general cleaning of council buildings including:
  • Vacuuming, sweeping and dusting of desks and tables;
  • Emptying of rubbish bins;
  • Cleaning toilets including replacing toilet paper and hand rolls;
  • Cleaning morning tea room and wash up when required;
  • Cleaning lights of insects etc.;
  • Cleaning interior and exterior walls and windows; and
  • Cleaning carpet floor.
• General cleaning of training rooms;
• Cleaning of buildings prior to and after functions;
• Stock take of all equipment before and after use at functions - report any missing items to Administration Office immediately; and
• Other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Town Services Supervisor or Deputy/Director of Infrastructure Services within the skill set of the incumbent.

What You'll Bring

You are a dependable and motivated individual who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the construction and maintenance of essential community infrastructure. You bring a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork to every task while being motivated to achieve for our 700-strong community. You will bring our values of Respect, Communication, Fun and Humour, Pride, Trust and Teamwork to your everyday work.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Current General Construction Induction Card;
• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence;
• Current Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B immunisations (or willing to obtain);
• The ability to work alone with limited supervision; and
• The ability to carry out tasks which may involve lifting and stacking of tables and chairs

Although it’s not essential, it would be great if you had:

• Experience in the operation and use of commercial cleaning equipment (vacuum polisher, scrubber etc.).

Why Quilpie Shire Council?

We’re a Council with big ideas and bold energy. As a Labourer (Structures & Concrete), You’ll work with a solid crew who take pride in their work, brings good energy to every project, and know how to enjoy the day while getting the job done.

For those after an unexpected, life-enriching change of pace, this hands-on labouring role is a chance to learn, get stuck in, and be part of something real.

Plus, living in Quilpie Shire means shaping the life you want to live. This is a welcoming, family-friendly community where people look out for each other, where you’ll build real relationships and celebrate alongside everyone who turns out for the big events we host. You’ll also soak in spectacular Outback landscapes, enjoy an abundance of outdoor and sporting activities, access excellent medical care, and so much more.

You’ll also be rewarded for your commitment with a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging options
• Our annual Wellbeing Week, with everything from hearing and skin checks to healthy cooking workshops and advice on super retirement fund options
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• 9 day fortnights
• 5 weeks annual leave per annum

Boost your career in a place that feels like home

All applicants will be assessed as received and provided a response. Candidates who have previously applied for this position are not required to submit another application.

Position Description - Cleaner

Quilpie Shire Council is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values all people. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.