Cleaning Operative

Adecco; Canberra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco in Canberra is seeking a detail‑oriented cleaner to support high security facilities and critical infrastructure environments. You'll join a professional team delivering reliable cleaning and sites presentation in government, defence and enterprise settings.

Applicants should have strong attention to detail, good communication, basic computer literacy and a proactive approach. Willingness to undergo background screening and obtain NV1 clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning, facilities, maintenance, property, building services or caretaker roles.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Basic computer literacy and confidence learning new systems.
• A positive attitude and commitment to workplace safety.
• Willingness to undergo background screening and be eligible to obtain NV1 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine site inspections and identifying maintenance issues.
• Maintaining exceptional presentation standards across offices, amenities and common areas.
• Assisting with contractor management and routine maintenance activities.
• Supporting facility operations, deliveries and materials handling.
• Monitoring consumables, supplies and general site requirements.
• Assisting with workplace safety initiatives and reporting site incidents.

Skills

Cleaning

Facilities management

Maintenance

Property services

Caretaker roles

Job description

Are you looking for a role that's more than just Cleaning?

Join a team supporting some of Australia's most secure and technologically advanced environments. Working within a high-security critical infrastructure setting, you'll help maintain world-class facilities that support government, defence, enterprise and national operations.

This is an opportunity to work in a unique environment where attention to detail, professionalism and reliability are highly valued. With ongoing site activity, cutting‑edge technology and strong career development opportunities.

About Us

Work within a highly secure, industry-leading environment

Exposure to critical infrastructure supporting essential services

Opportunity to obtain and maintain security clearances

Be part of a professional team delivering exceptional service standards

Long‑term career opportunities within a growing sector

Canberra-based role with a stable and supportive team

Working closely with facilities and operations teams, you'll help ensure the site remains safe, secure, professional and operational at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine site inspections and identifying maintenance issues
• Maintaining exceptional presentation standards across offices, amenities and common areas
• Assisting with contractor management and routine maintenance activities
• Supporting facility operations, deliveries and materials handling
• Monitoring consumables, supplies and general site requirements
• Assisting with workplace safety initiatives and reporting site incidents

Responsibilities

Working closely with facilities and operations teams, you'll help ensure the site remains safe, secure, professional and operational at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine site inspections and identifying maintenance issues
• Maintaining exceptional presentation standards across offices, amenities and common areas
• Assisting with contractor management and routine maintenance activities
• Supporting facility operations, deliveries and materials handling
• Monitoring consumables, supplies and general site requirements
• Assisting with workplace safety initiatives and reporting site incidents

Your Profile

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a collaborative team environment.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in cleaning, facilities, maintenance, property, building services or caretaker roles
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Basic computer literacy and confidence learning new systems
• A positive attitude and commitment to workplace safety

Due to the nature of the environment, candidates must be willing to undergo background screening and be eligible to obtain NV1 clearance.

If you're looking for a unique opportunity to work in a secure, high-tech environment supporting critical Australian infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.