Housekeeping Supervisor

Scape Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & safety initiatives

Rewards & referral programs

Leave & lifestyle benefits

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Scape Australia is seeking a proactive Housekeeping Supervisor to lead a team across CBD properties. You will ensure clean, safe environments, supervise daily cleaning, and coordinate with residents and staff to maintain high standards.

The role involves supervising public areas, managing stock and rostering, and supporting safety and quality initiatives. Weekend coverage may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Familiar with WH&S best practices and regulations.
• Experience in a housekeeping department or similar.
• Hands-on with cleaning responsibilities for public areas and rooms.
• Immaculate personal presentation and professional demeanour.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Outgoing personality with strong communication and cultural awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cleaning and presentation of public areas (common rooms, bathrooms, lounges, theatre, reception, gym, laundry, corridors).
• Ensure compliance with health and safety obligations.
• Oversee cleaning for departure and stayover apartments.
• Assist with stock ordering, stock control, chemical handling and ordering.
• Manage the housekeeping store and assist with rostering and training.

Skills

WH&S compliance

Housekeeping experience

Public area cleaning

Presentation

Prioritization

People-oriented

Job description

Melbourne CBD | Full-Time Opportunity

Who We Are

At Scape Australia, we do more than provide student accommodation. We create thriving, fun communities where students can live, learn, and grow. With over 20,000 residents across Australia, we combine smart design, brilliant service, and good vibes to make every resident feel welcome.

Now part of The Living Company, we’re shaping the future of student living, one amazing experience at a time.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Wellness & Hygiene Manager, this is a hands‑on Housekeeping Supervisor role that’ll have you working closely with your team to maintain and build a high standard.

You will be responsible for helping to keep our beautiful Scape CBD properties clean and safe. An average day will involve you cleaning public areas (including common rooms, lounges, theatre, outdoor terraces, gym and laundry, corridors and stairwells), connecting with residents and other team members as well as planning other activities to increase the cleanliness and aesthetics of the building. You may also assist with weekly room cleaning and bed‑making for residents.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include

• Overseeing the daily cleaning and presentation of public areas including common areas, bathrooms, lounges, theatre, meeting rooms, reception, gym, laundry, and corridors
• Being fully conversant with health and safety obligations
• Overseeing cleaning departure and stayover apartments
• Assist the Manager on Stock ordering, stock control, chemical handling and ordering
• Managing the housekeeping store
• Assist with Staff rostering, training and associated admin duties

Shifts for this role will be mainly weekday – Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm, weekends if required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking an engaging and driven Housekeeping Supervisor to join a growing team. In addition, the Housekeeping Supervisor will have the following skills and experience:

Skills

• Fully conversant with WH&S best practice
• Experience in a housekeeping department
• Hands‑on with the ability to assist the team with room cleaning, public area cleaning, and room checks/audits.
• Immaculate personal presentation
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• An outgoing and confident personality
• Ability to work with and relate to young adults while also maintaining professional and cultural sensitivity and boundaries

Please note: The successful candidate must be willing to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children check

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT SCAPE

• Health, wellbeing, and safety initiatives to support you at work and beyond.
• Competitive rewards, recognition, and referral programs.
• Leave and lifestyle benefits to help you recharge and celebrate milestones.
• Access to exclusive employee discounts and partner offers.
• A passionate, inclusive culture focused on connection, growth, and good vibes.

Scape Australia and The Living Company honours and welcomes the rich heritage and contributions of the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to their Elders past, present and future. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated