Cleaner - Shoalhaven

Southern NSW Local Health District; Nowra; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great leave conditions

Salary packaging

Wellbeing programs

Career development

Community contribution

Job summary

HealthShare NSW in Nowra is seeking a Hospital Assistant Grade 2 to join Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital on a permanent full-time basis.

You will perform cleaning duties in patient and non-patient areas, follow infection control procedures, manage waste, and undertake infectious cleaning in designated areas.

This role offers a supportive team and opportunities to contribute to patient comfort and community health.

Qualifications

• Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents or valid work visa) required.
• Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a superior standard of cleaning services in patient and non-patient areas.
• Adhere to infection control procedures.
• Conduct waste removal and infectious cleaning in designated areas.

Job description

Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Remuneration: $62,315.82 per annum, plus shift allowances and 12% superannuation

Hours per week: 38
Location: Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital, Nowra
Applications Close: 11:59pm Wednesday 23 September, 2026

HealthShare NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, LGBTIQ+ communities, veterans, carers and people with disability.

About the opportunity

Are you looking a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive difference in the lives of others? HealthShare NSW is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Cleaner. We currently have 18 x Permanent Full Time roles vacant.

In this role you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients in our hospital. Your tasks will include upholding a superior standard of cleaning services in both patient and non-patient areas, adhering to infection control procedures, conducting waste removal, and undertaking infectious cleaning in designated areas.

About us

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
• Wellbeing programs: access an array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
• Commitment to career development: expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
• Rewarding role and community contribution: make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

We recognise that AI tools are increasingly being used to assist with resumes and applications. While we accept their use, we encourage applicants to provide genuine responses in their own words

Additional information

• HealthShare NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description. Learn more:https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
• If successful following the application close date, you will be required to attend interview/complete comparative assessment as well as reference checks
• Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
• If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks.
• An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.

Contact information

Please contact Tanya Woll - [e-mail] if you have any questions about this role. Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367.

Please let [e-mail] know if you need any adjustments to the recruitment or interview process (e.g. physical accessibility, interview setup, or scheduling). Candidates with a disability can also use this email for confidential advice and support during the recruitment process.

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