Defense Base Cleaning Attendant

Compass Group Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance provided

Extensive training and development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Compass Group Australia is seeking a part-time Defense Base Cleaning Attendant for Royal Sydney, Rose Bay. You will maintain clean guest areas, bathrooms, and public spaces to exacting standards while supporting event setups and stock management in a premium lounge environment.

The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a strong safety mindset, with the ability to work 2:30pm–10:30pm on weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a secure airport/hospitality environment.
• Strong adherence to hygiene and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Clean all guest areas and public spaces to high standards.
• Restock amenities and manage stock across lounges and rooms.
• Assist events team with setup, bump-in/bump-out, and pack-down.
• Deliver linen, towels, and other supplies.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and report hazards promptly.

Skills

Cleanliness standards

Attention to detail

Reliability

Safety mindset

Professional presentation

Physical fitness

Team collaboration

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• Availability required for a rotating roster, operating from 4:00am through to 11:00pm, seven days a week
• Great earning potential with plenty of hours on offer
• 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 reduce the impact of 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

Set in the beautiful location of Rose Bay, Royal Sydney, one of Australia’s premier private members’ clubs combines tradition with a modern approach to hospitality. With world-class facilities Royal Sydney is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellence.

The Role:

Reporting to the Clubhouse Operations Manager you will be responsible for undertaking the cleaning of all public areas and accommodation rooms, event set up and pack down and stores duties in an efficient and professional manner.

This is a part-time role offering 20-30 hours per week, requiring availability to work shifts during the week and on weekends between 2:30pm starts to 10:30pm finishes.

Key tasks include:
Housekeeping

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and hygiene across guest rooms and public areas (lobby, lifts, stairways, toliets).
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Support the events team with setup, bump-in/bump-out, and pack-down of functions.
• Deliver linen, towels, and rollaway beds to rooms as needed.
• Ensure timely ordering and proper storage of stock in designated areas.
• Keep stock and storage areas secure; report discrepancies to the Clubhouse Operations Manager.
• Rotate perishable stock to prevent waste.
• Distribute stock as per requisitions or approved orders.
• Ensure safe delivery of stock; report any damage or losses.
• Assist in managing the garbage room and maintain the loading dock per Club protocols.

Royal Sydney

Set in the beautiful location of Rose Bay, Royal Sydney, one of Australia’s premier private members’ clubs combines tradition with a modern approach to hospitality. With world-class facilities Royal Sydney is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellence.

The Role:

Reporting to the Clubhouse Operations Manager you will be responsible for undertaking the cleaning of all public areas and accommodation rooms, event set up and pack down and stores duties in an efficient and professional manner.

This is a part-time role offering 20-30 hours per week, requiring availability to work shifts during the week and on weekends between 2:30pm starts to 10:30pm finishes.

Key tasks include:
Housekeeping

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and hygiene across guest rooms and public areas (lobby, lifts, stairways, toliets).
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Support the events team with setup, bump-in/bump-out, and pack-down of functions.
• Deliver linen, towels, and rollaway beds to rooms as needed.

• Ensure timely ordering and proper storage of stock in designated areas.
• Keep stock and storage areas secure; report discrepancies to the Clubhouse Operations Manager.
• Rotate perishable stock to prevent waste.
• Distribute stock as per requisitions or approved orders.
• Ensure safe delivery of stock; report any damage or losses.
• Assist in managing the garbage room and maintain the loading dock per Club protocols.

What does the Club need from me?

• Previous experience in a housekeeping, cleaning or other similar role gained within a quality hotel environment is essential.
• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently.
• Self‑motivated and enthusiastic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Experience with use of chemical and commercial cleaning equipment.

What We Offer:

• The position pays $29.41 per hour plus penalty rates on weekends
• Free staff meals & wellbeing program (gym, tennis lessons, golf clinics)
• Training & career development opportunitiesUniform provided + laundry allowance
• Staff discounts (wine, sporting goods, hotels) & free parking.

We foster an environment of belonging, celebrate diversity at the Club and make hiring decisions based on experience, skill and passion. We actively seek people who genuinely wish to have a positive impact on those around them.

If you ready for your next career move, we can't wait to hear from you!

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

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