Cleaner

Australian Red Cross

Casual position

Based in Cairns, QLD

About Us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

Cairns Wellbeing Centre – Pat Gosper Place is an accommodation centre providing a welcome home away from home for patients and their carers, who travel from some of the most remote parts of Far North Queensland to receive medical treatment in Cairns.

Be responsible for carrying out cleaning duties in guest rooms and public areas in accordance with required standards, to ensure guest comfort and satisfaction during their stay.

What you will bring

Ability to effectively conduct all cleaning duties as required using the provided equipment, cleaning products and tools, while demonstrating competency and understanding in Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures, including chemical use and storage

Excellent time management and organisational skills to ensure the achievement of individual and team goals

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a high performing team with an excellent eye for details

Ability to communicate with a cross section of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds with sensitivity

Reliability and strong work ethic with the availability to work a flexible roster, including weekends and school/public holidays as required

Ability to understand and respect confidentiality

Why work with us?

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your pay, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce your tax – and get more from your pay. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation 

Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award – Level 1. Hourly rate is $23.16053 + casual loading + superannuation + salary packaging.

To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below.

For additional enquiries, please contact Kylie Wood on 0402 895 460 for a confidential discussion.

Position description:

Applications close: 11.55pm on Sunday 2nd of April 2023.

Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities. Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. to find out more.

Job Ref #: 521940

Australian Red Cross

Casual position

Based in Cairns, QLD

About Us

Australian Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

Cairns Wellbeing Centre – Pat Gosper Place is an accommodation centre providing a welcome home away from home for patients and their carers, who travel from some of the most remote parts of Far North Queensland to receive medical treatment in Cairns.

Be responsible for carrying out cleaning duties in guest rooms and public areas in accordance with required standards, to ensure guest comfort and satisfaction during their stay.

What you will bring

Ability to effectively conduct all cleaning duties as required using the provided equipment, cleaning products and tools, while demonstrating competency and understanding in Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures, including chemical use and storage

Excellent time management and organisational skills to ensure the achievement of individual and team goals

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a high performing team with an excellent eye for details

Ability to communicate with a cross section of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds with sensitivity

Reliability and strong work ethic with the availability to work a flexible roster, including weekends and school/public holidays as required

Ability to understand and respect confidentiality

Why work with us?

Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.

Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your pay, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce your tax – and get more from your pay. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation 

Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness. And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award – Level 1. Hourly rate is $23.16053 + casual loading + superannuation + salary packaging.

To find out more about this opportunity please refer to the position description below.

For additional enquiries, please contact Kylie Wood on 0402 895 460 for a confidential discussion.

Position description:

Applications close: 11.55pm on Sunday 2nd of April 2023.

Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities. Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. to find out more.

Job Ref #: 521940