Cleaning Attendant

Compass Group Pty Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Environmental initiatives

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited's Airline Lounge team in Melbourne is hiring a Cleaning Attendant. The role involves maintaining all guest areas to a consistently high standard, with shifts starting as early as 4:00am and finishing by 1:00am, and up to 37 hours per week.

You will handle bathroom hygiene, chemical storage, surface sanitisation, waste management, stock replenishment and equipment operation, working either independently or with a small team in a premium airport environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or housekeeping in hospitality or airport settings preferred.
• Willingness to work early starts and rostered shifts.
• Strong attention to hygiene and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain guest areas to high presentation standards.
• Clean and sanitise restrooms; replenish amenities.
• Handle chemicals safely per manufacturer instructions.
• Disinfect high‑touch surfaces during service.
• Manage waste and recycling in lounge areas.
• Restock cleaning supplies and bathroom products.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Report hazards or faults to management.
• Collaborate with lounge hosts and kitchen staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cleaning experience

Reliability

Punctual

Safety mindset

Team player

Independent worker

Physically fit

Job description

Cleaning Attendant

$27.09 Per Hour + penalties + 12% Superannuation

• Shifts may vary, including early starts from 4:00am and late finishes up to 1:00am
• Up to 37 hours available per week
• 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