Environmental Services Assistant - 6 Month Fixed Term

Moyne Health Services; Port Fairy; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Moyne Health Services in Port Fairy, VIC, is seeking a cleaner to maintain the premises in a clean and safe condition in line with infection control policies. You will clean allocated areas, respond to staff requests, and uphold high hygiene and safety standards under the supervision of Environmental Services.

Candidates should work well in a team, be efficient with resources, and prioritize tasks within set timeframes, with basic computer skills and a proactive, flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and cooperation with colleagues.
• Efficient use of cleaning resources and supplies.
• Ability to prioritise tasks within timeframes.
• Flexible approach to tasks and shifts.
• Knowledge of general cleaning practices and routines.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Clean allocated areas per duty lists and schedules.
• Attend to staff requests promptly.
• Maintain high hygiene according to schedules.
• Uphold safety with protective clothing and warning signs.
• Clean, vacuum and mop common areas, rooms and corridors.
• Clean residents' rooms (residential).
• Remove rubbish from internal bins.
• Collect and dispose linen and ward waste bags.
• Carry out other duties as directed by Environmental Services Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Resource efficiency

Prioritise tasks

Flexibility

General cleaning practices

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

About the Role

The primary objective of the role is to maintain the Moyne Health Services premises in a clean and safe condition in accordance with daily cleaning schedules and MHS infection control policies.

• Clean allocated areas in accordance with duty lists and periodical schedules.
• Attend to relevant staff requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain a high level of hygiene in accordance with work schedules.
• Maintain high levels of safety within the workplace by ensuring appropriate protective clothing is worn and by displaying warning signs.
• Clean, vacuum and mop common areas, hospital rooms and corridors in between.
• Clean residents' rooms – (residential)
• Removal of rubbish from internal bins.
• To collect and dispose of linen and ward waste bags.
• Carry out other duties as directed by the Environmental Services Supervisor.

About You

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good understanding of how to use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload in an allotted timeframe.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn general cleaning practices.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills

About MHS

Moyne Health Services is a public, not for profit, integrated healthcare service that helps meet community healthcare needs in Port Fairy and surrounding districts in the Moyne Shire. Employing more than 200 people, MHS operates a 12 bed acute hospital, 2 Aged Care Residences with a total of 82 beds, primary and community care services, social support group programs and Allied Health Services. MHS is committed to child safety and wellbeing, and the promotion and protection of children's rights by the organisation and its leadership. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for any of our advertised roles. Successful candidates will be supported through a comprehensive and inclusive orientation program that promotes belonging, provides essential workplace information, and helps new team members confidently transition into their role.

Notice of Collection

As part of our recruitment process, Moyne Health Services collects personal information about you including your name, contact details, employment history, qualifications, and any other information provided in your resume or application. This information is collected for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the advertised role and other employment opportunities within our organisation. Your information may be shared with members of our People & Culture team, relevant hiring managers, and third-party service providers assisting with recruitment. We will store your information securely and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles. By submitting your application, you consent to us collecting and handling your personal information as described above.

Our Purpose

Best Care – Every person, every time

Our Values

Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence (C.A.R.E.)