Cleaning Attendant

Compass Group Pty Limited; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Training & development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Compass Group Australia is seeking a Cleaner for their airline lounge operations. The role offers a casual rate of $33.86 per hour plus penalties and 12% superannuation, with a rotating Monday–Sunday roster and flexible days or times.

Opportunities to develop your career with Compass Group and shift-based entitlements depending on rostered hours.

Qualifications

• High attention to cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards.
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience in hospitality or airport environments is preferred.
• Able to work flexible hours on a rotating roster including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain guest areas to a high presentation standard.
• Clean and sanitise bathrooms, restock amenities as required.
• Handle chemicals per safety protocols and manufacturer instructions.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces during service periods.
• Manage waste and replenish cleaning supplies as needed.
• Operate cleaning equipment like vacuums and floor machines.
• Report hazards or faults to management promptly.
• Collaborate with lounge hosts, kitchen staff and supervisors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Customer service

Job description

Cleaner

$33.86 Casual Rate Per Hour + penalties + 12% Superannuation

• Monday to Sunday rotating roster – Must be flexible with days or times
• Opportunities to develop your career with Compass Group
• Shift‑based entitlements include additional penalty rates depending on rostered hours worked.

Compass Group Australia's dedicated Airline Lounge business delivers specialist services to meet the needs of travellers across lounge industries. We pride ourselves on fresh and delicious offerings while balancing lower carbon intensive menu options; The delivery of our services allows us to partner with clients and reducing the impact of the lounge operations on the planet.

The Person

• Positive attitude with a willingness to take ownership of daily cleaning tasks
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience in hospitality, commercial or airport environments (ideal but not essential)
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all areas meet strict presentation and hygiene standards
• Reliable and punctual, consistently meeting rostered times in a secure airport setting
• Strong safety mindset with adherence to airport, chemical handling and equipment safety protocols
• Professional presentation with a tidy, well‑groomed appearance suitable for a premium environment
• Physically capable of performing repetitive tasks, lifting, bending and working on your feet
• Comfortable working independently while also contributing positively to a small team

The Position

• Lounge cleaning duties include maintaining all guest areas to a consistently high presentation standard.
• Bathroom hygiene upkeep involves thoroughly cleaning and sanitising restrooms and ensuring amenities are fully stocked.
• Chemical handling compliance requires dispensing, diluting and storing chemicals strictly in line with manufacturer instructions and airport safety protocols.
• Surface sanitisation includes wiping and disinfecting high‑touch points throughout the lounge during service periods.
• Waste management covers emptying bins, managing recycling and ensuring safe disposal of waste.
• Stock replenishment involves monitoring and restocking cleaning supplies, bathroom products and equipment as needed.
• Equipment operation includes safely using vacuums, floor machines and other cleaning tools.
• Maintenance reporting involves promptly notifying management of any hazards, faults or incidents identified during cleaning duties.
• Team collaboration includes working closely with lounge hosts, kitchen staff and supervisors to support smooth daily operations.

The Benefits

• Join an organisation committed to environmental and social responsibility
• Travel allowance provided
• Access to extensive training and development opportunities
• Immediate access to exclusive retail discounts available to Compass Group employees