Hospitality & Environmental Services Assistant (Nhill)

West Wimmera Health Service; Nhill; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

West Wimmera Health Service in Nhill, Victoria, is seeking a Hospitality & Environmental Services Assistant on a part-time basis (48 hours per fortnight). You will help clean acute facilities and aged care areas and assist with preparation, service and delivery of meals for patients, residents and staff.

You will maintain supplies and equipment in a safe, sanitary condition, follow Infection Control guidelines, and work on a rotating 7-day roster including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organisation skills are essential.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good teamwork and community engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning standards across acute facilities and aged care.
• Ensure hygiene and Food Safety guidelines are followed.
• Adhere to Infection Control protocols and safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with staff and management.
• Assist with meal preparation and service as required.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

30th October, 2026

We are seeking a Hospitality & Environmental Services Assistant to work in a part time (48 hours/fortnight) capacity based at Nhill.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• The Hospitality and Environmental Services Assistant is responsible for cleaning the acute facilities, residential aged care areas and external properties. They assist with preparation, service and delivery of meals for patients, residents, staff, meetings and other functions.
• They ensure the supplies and equipment in relevant areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition in accordance with Department of Human Services Standards and Infection Control Guidelines.
• They are on a rotating roster over a 7-day period, including weekends and public holidays.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work without active supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff, support employees, consumers, management and the community.
• Proven ability to prioritise and be multi-skilled.
• Demonstrate basic ability to learn and use computer software packages including Microsoft, Outlook, Word, Excel and other software packages as necessary.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Health Regulations, Infection Control Health Regulations and Victorian Food Safety Standards.
• Proficiency in cleaning through on-the-job training.
• Proficiency in kitchen duties and food preparation through on-the-job training.

Mandatory Employment Requirements:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Working with Children Check.
• Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintaining and complying with cleaning standards and Food Safety Guidelines.
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene.
• Ensure strict adherence with West Wimmera Health Service Infection Prevention protocols.
• Communicate effectively with other employees within the facility.
• Liaise and provide assistance with work colleagues and disability-supported employees in a professional manner.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 27 NOVEMBER 2026