Public Area Cleaning Supervisor

Nucleus International Recruitment; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Dining discounts

Island lifestyle

Job summary

Nucleus International Recruitment on Hamilton Island is seeking a Public Area Cleaning Supervisor to lead a large team of cleaners across the island, ensuring top-tier cleanliness, safety, and guest experience. You will guide rosters, team development, and collaboration with maintenance to uphold high standards.

The role offers island living with no commute, a tropical lifestyle, and staff perks such as gym access and dining discounts.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and lead a large team.
• Intermediate computer skills with basic software proficiency.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day public area cleaning operations across Hamilton Island.
• Coordinate rosters and supervise a large team of cleaners.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and ongoing staff development.
• Ensure WHS compliance and high presentation standards across public areas.
• Liaise with Maintenance and operations teams to maintain safe facilities.
• Implement ongoing cleaning programs and oversee equipment use.

Skills

Strong leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Nucleus International Recruitment – Hamilton Island QLD

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Hamilton Island is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Public Area Cleaning Supervisor to lead a large team of Public Area Cleaners across the island. In this role, you will ensure all public areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and presentation, delivering exceptional guest experiences in line with our quality standards. Why you’ll love working with us

• Lead and develop a large cleaning team across island operations
• Live island-side with no commute and relaxed tropical lifestyle
• Enjoy staff perks including gym access and dining discounts

Role Overview

• Employment Status: Fulltime
• Pay range: $29.88 per hour
• Award: Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2020

The position will commence on 7 October 2026 and will be available for 1 year. Your Role As Public Area Cleaning Supervisor, you will oversee the day‑day operations of public area cleaning, ensuring high standards are consistently achieved. You will support team development, coordinate rosters, and work closely with Maintenance and operational teams to maintain a safe and well‑presented environment. Where you’ll make an impact

• Supervise Public

Area Cleaners to maintain safe and clean guest areas

• Ensure productivity and quality standards are consistently achieved
• Support training, onboarding, and performance development of team members
• Report maintenance and safety hazards promptly to minimise risk
• Assist with recruitment, appraisals, and staff development
• Implement ongoing cleaning programs across all public areas
• Oversee maintenance and safe use of equipment and vehicles
• Support roster planning, including deep cleans and project work
• Promote WHS compliance and a positive team culture

What we’re looking for

You are a confident and organised leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You take pride in maintaining high presentation standards and enjoy developing and motivating teams to deliver excellent results. To be successful, you will need:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent personal presentation
• Ability to manage and lead a large team
• Intermediate computer skills?
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and products?
• Local area knowledge?

Working Hours

Wednesday: 4:00AM – 12:00PM Thursday: 4:00AM – 12:00PM Friday: 4:00AM – 12:00PM Saturday: 4:00AM – 12:00PM Sunday: 4:00AM – 12:00PM

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder‑filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.

Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work. A little island can do wonders – make your next career move one to remember!