Housekeeping Team Member (Cleaning) - Birkdale

Micare; Queensland; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Part-time & casual employment options

Employee wellness portal discounts

Job summary

MiCare is seeking a Housekeeping Team Member (Cleaning) for a part-time/casual role in Queensland, Australia. You will contribute to a clean, welcoming, home-like environment for residents and support a facility cleaning program compliant with WH&S and infection control standards.

Join a values-driven, diverse team delivering compassionate aged care services across communities. Flexible AM/PM shifts are available to suit your schedule.

Qualifications

• Infection control principles and WH&S compliance apply to cleaning tasks in a residential aged care environment.
• Ability to implement the Cleaning Program.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Facility Cleaning Program
• Be adaptive to daily cleaning needs and adjust routines accordingly
• Ensure the Facility remains clean and presentable at all times

Skills

Infection control

Customer service

Time management

Adaptability

Independent work

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

WH&S compliance

Job description

Make a lasting impact in a values-driven organisation supporting diverse communities.

Flexible AM, PM shifts available, offering part-time and casual employment options.

Why MiCare?

Save on tax with generous salary packaging benefits— novated leasing, general living expenses, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
Enjoy exclusive perks via our employee wellness portal — access to amazing discounts on everyday items.
Be part of a multicultural, values-led team making a real difference in the community.
Grow with us— access professional development in a supportive, collaborative environment.

MiCare is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to enable people from diverse backgrounds to lead dignified and meaningful lives. We offer aged care, home care, retirement living and migrant support services, with a strong focus on culturally appropriate care and community connection.

With teams located across Victoria and Queensland, we embrace diversity in both our workforce and the communities we support. At MiCare, you’ll join a compassionate, dedicated group of people working to deliver real impact every day.

The Role

As a Housekeeping Team Member (Cleaning), you'll play an important role in creating a clean and welcoming, home-like environment for our residents.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll implement the Facility Cleaning Program in accordance with WHSEQ legislative and regulatory requirements and maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the Facility by performing tasks like sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, sanitizing surfaces and restrooms, restocking supplies, operating cleaning machinery and adhering to work health safety, quality and environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the Facility Cleaning Program
• Be adaptive and responsive to daily cleaning needs of residents and staff and incorporate into daily cleaning routine/program
• Ensure the cleanliness of the Facility is maintained at a high level

Key Result areas:

• Incident / accident-free work environment
• Clean and safe work environment
• Resident satisfaction in relation to cleanliness
• Staff satisfaction in relation to cleanliness

What We're Looking For

• Demonstrated understanding of infection control principles and Work Health & Safety (WH&S) requirements as they apply to cleaning tasks in a residential aged care environment preferred
• Ability to implement the Cleaning Program
• Ensures all cleaning duties are performed safely, effectively, and in accordance with established infection prevention protocols to maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness by performing cleaning tasks thoroughly and efficiently, ensuring all resident areas, communal spaces, and equipment are hygienic and well-presented
• Demonstrates safe handling and operation of cleaning equipment and chemicals in line with manufacturer instructions and WH&S requirements, minimising risk to self, residents, and colleagues
• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to accept direction and to work with minimal supervision
• Flexible and resilient, with the ability to manage time, prioritise competing demands, adapt effectively within a changing environment and manage competing demands
• A preparedness to work to the 10 principles of the Eden Alternative philosophy

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have full working rights in Australia and must obtain a National Police Check.

Applications close 5.00pm Friday 6 Nov 2026.

MiCare is handling this recruitment independently and is not engaging agency support at this stage.