Leading Hand Cleaners - Defence Sites

Compass Group Australia; Nowra; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Australia is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Cleaner to supervise day-to-day cleaning across accommodation, offices and common areas. You will provide hands-on cleaning support while ensuring safety, quality and service standards on Defence and remote sites.

The role requires leadership, reliable performance and flexibility to work various shifts, with the ability to obtain a National Police Check and Defence clearance. Australian Citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping or facilities services (leadership experience highly regarded).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team.
• A commitment to safety, compliance and delivering high service standards.
• Reliability, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends if required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance.
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating day-to-day cleaning activities across accommodation, offices and common areas.
• Providing hands-on cleaning support while monitoring quality, safety and service standards.
• Ensuring equipment, chemicals and storage areas are maintained and compliant.
• Coaching and supporting team members to meet daily schedules and site expectations.
• Liaising with supervisors, contractors and Defence stakeholders when required.
• Upholding site-specific hygiene, security and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Reliability

Flexibility

Problem solving

Job description

ESS delivers essential hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From accommodation blocks to training facilities and shared amenities, our teams ensure Defence communities operate smoothly every day.

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Leading Hand Cleaner to join our ESS (Defence, Offshore & Remote) business. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll support the daily cleaning operations while guiding a small team to maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and service across the base.

As part of the Compass Group, you’ll work within a professional, supportive team that values safety, respect and excellence in everything we do.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating day-to-day cleaning activities across accommodation, offices and common areas

• Providing hands-on cleaning support while monitoring quality, safety and service standards

• Ensuring equipment, chemicals and storage areas are maintained and compliant

• Coaching and supporting team members to meet daily schedules and site expectations

• Liaising with supervisors, contractors and Defence stakeholders when required

• Upholding site-specific hygiene, security and safety procedures

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping or facilities services (leadership experience highly regarded)

• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team

• A commitment to safety, compliance and delivering high service standards

• Reliability, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends if required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

• Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this role

Why join us?

• Play a key leadership role supporting the Australian Defence Force

• Stable, ongoing employment with a global leader in facilities and hospitality services

• Supportive team culture with strong safety and development frameworks

• Access to training pathways and career progression across Compass Group

We are committed to a fair, inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments at any stage, please contact us on 1300 TALENT or [e-mail].

Our workforce is strengthened by the diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities of our people. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, identities, orientations, ages and abilities.

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