Housekeeping Assistant

Mater Group; Townsville City; Hybrid; AUD 45,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Staff benefits access

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking reliable Housekeeping Assistants to join our team across Pimlico and Hyde Park campuses. This casual role offers rotating shifts between 6:00am and 2:30am, with 2-3 shifts per week and opportunities to access not-for-profit salary packaging.

You will perform daily cleaning, linen and housekeeping duties in line with safety standards. Previous hospital experience is desirable, and a strong customer-service focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Hygiene is essential in all cleaning and housekeeping duties.
• Availability to work night shifts.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and chemicals.
• Previous hospital experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• The Housekeeping Assistant performs daily cleaning, housekeeping and linen duties for the hospital in line with WHS standards and works across Pimlico Campus, Hyde Park Campus and annexes.

Skills

Hygiene awareness

Night shift availability

Autonomous working

Clear communication

Teamwork

Job description

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking reliable and motivated individuals to join our Housekeeping team. We offer shifts across a rotating roster, operational hours between 6:00am and 2:30am. A variety of shifts are available from Monday to Sunday, providing flexibility to suit different lifestyles.

Successful applicants will be employed on a casual basis, with an average of 2-3 shifts per week available.

Salary range: $32.82 - $35.39 per hour plus Casual Loading plus penalties plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for efficiently undertaking daily cleaning, housekeeping, and linen requirements of the hospital in line with work health and safety standards. The Housekeeping Assistant is required to work at the Pimlico Campus, Hyde Park Campus and all annexes of the hospital, including hospital accommodation units.

About you

• Awareness of the importance of hygiene in all aspects of cleaning and housekeeping duties
• Availability to work night shifts
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and chemicals
• Previous experience working in a hospital setting (desirable)
• Demonstrated commitment to the provision of quality customer service
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

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Applications close Friday 6th November 2026.

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre- employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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