Housekeeping Officer – Community Health Housing

Position Objective:

To maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and facility upkeep across community healthcare units, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and health-compliant environment for clients, staff, and visitors.

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Key Responsibilities:

· Perform routine cleaning of client rooms, common areas, bathrooms, kitchens, and clinical spaces.

· Conduct scheduled deep cleans as per infection control standards.

· Ensure waste is managed and disposed of safely, including clinical and sharps waste where applicable.

· Identify and report and oversee maintenance issues (leaks, broken fittings, safety hazards).

· Maintain cleaning records and logs for audits and compliance.

· Coordinate property maintenance for urgent repairs or access needs.

· Prepare Units for new rentals, client and discharges.

· Ensure stock levels for cleaning supplies are monitored and replenished.

· Follow all workplace health and safety (WHS) and infection prevention protocols.

· Uphold confidentiality and respect for clients’ dignity and privacy.

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Required Skills and Qualifications:

· Proven experience in professional cleaning or housekeeping (preferably in healthcare or aged care).

· Knowledge of infection control practices and WHS standards in health settings.

· Physical stamina to handle manual work and frequent movement.

· Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently across multiple housing programs.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Clear communication skills and record-keeping.

· Basic computer or tablet use for checklists and task reporting.

· Understanding of cultural safety and respectful interactions with diverse community.

· Current driver’s license.

· National Police Check (required).

· Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening (due to working in those environments).

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Desirable:

· Certificate III in Cleaning Operations, Health Support Services, or similar.

· First Aid and CPR certification.

· Experience working in regional or rural health services.

· Understanding of infection prevention in aged care or disability settings.

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How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to feedback@mdhss.org.au

For inquiries about the role, please contact 0351580243

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