Cleaner (Identified Position)

Cape York Land Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

14% Superannuation

Salary packaging up to $15,900 peryear

Culturally safe workplace

Christmas leave days

Job summary

Cape York Land Council is seeking a Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation across its offices in Smithfield. This part-time role supports a safe, welcoming workplace for staff and visitors, following health and safety guidelines.

Hours are 7:30am–11:30am or 2:00pm–6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Experience in office cleaning and strong organisational skills are essential for timely, independent work in a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Experience cleaning or facilities support, preferably in corporate offices.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain offices, meeting rooms, reception areas, kitchens and facilities.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting bathrooms and surfaces.
• Restock supplies: soap, toilet paper and towels; manage waste disposal.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Cultural awareness

Job description

Permanent, Part Time - 20 hours per week

Based in Smithfield

Cape York Land Council Aboriginal Corporation Enterprise Agreement 2022

Classification: Business Support Officer Grade: BSO-01 Level: 3

Salary $33.31 - $35.64 per hour

Reports to: HR Manager

About Cape York Land Council

The Cape York Land Council (CYLC) is the Native Title Representative Body (NTRB) for the Cape York region. CYLC has successfully pursued the recognition of Aboriginal land rights and native title and led innovative reform on the Cape. This includes supporting native title groups to engage in negotiations with various stakeholders, implement comprehensive Traditional Owner-led agreements, and build strong Aboriginal nations through the establishment of prescribed bodies corporates. CYLC is seeking a talented and motivated cleaner to join the team.

About the role

As CYLC's Cleaner, you are responsible for performing a range of cleaning and housekeeping duties to ensure CYLC facilities are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation. The Cleaner contributes to providing a safe, welcoming and professional environment for employees, constituents and visitors through the effective delivery of routine and scheduled cleaning services. This role is responsible for the safe use and storage of cleaning products and equipment and ensuring all duties are performed in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

Hours of work will be either 7:30am to 11:30am or 2:00pm to 6:00pm Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain offices, meeting rooms, reception areas, kitchens, amenities and common areas to ensure a clean, hygienic and presentable environment.
• Perform routine and periodic cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning and disinfecting toilets, showers, hand basins and other bathroom facilities, as well as windows, furniture and kitchen appliances.
• Empty rubbish bins, manage waste disposal and replenish cleaning supplies and consumables, including soap, toilet paper and paper towels.
• Safely use, handle and store cleaning equipment and chemicals in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Monitor cleaning supplies, maintain appropriate stock levels and promptly report hazards, maintenance issues and equipment faults.
• Maintain confidentiality and interact professionally and respectfully with employees and visitors, contributing to a respectful and culturally safe workplace.

About you

• Demonstrated cleaning or facilities support experience, preferably in a corporate office environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently, manage workloads and maintain reliability and punctuality.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety, including safe handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communities.
• A commitment to adhere to Cape York Land Councils Policies and Procedures

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary and 14% Superannuation
• Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
• The opportunity to work within a culturally safe and community-focused organisation.
• Five additional leave days for the Christmas closure
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Please note that interviews may commence prior to the closing date and CYLC reserves the right to fill the position before applications close.

Your personal information will be managed in accordance with CYLC's Privacy Policy.

The above is an Identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, as permitted by and arguable under section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).