Cleaner Public Amenities (2x Positions Available)

Requisition Number: 646

Salary Range: Base rate $57,300.44 per annum + Northern District & Site Allowances ($59,392.02 per annum)

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Gordonvale & Babinda Depot

Application Close Date: Sunday, 11 May 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Do you strive to achieve high productivity and have a strong attention to detail?

Join our South Maintenance Team to ensure our public amenities and infrastructure are always looking great!

What You Will Do:

You will undertake cleaning and minor maintenance of toilets, buildings, parks infrastructure and other public use space infrastructure and equipment. Your everyday tasks will include:

Strive to achieve high productivity and quality of cleaning and maintenance functions allocated by supervisory staff.

Good communication with members of the public and with staff from other Council sections and departments as required.

Ensure assigned tasks are carried out in an environmentally sensitive manner.

Operate plant and vehicles in an efficient, courteous and safe manner.

Provide excellent customer service and to actively work to solve customer problems.

Ensure all corporate information is captured within Council's business systems adhering to Recordkeeping policies and procedures.

Perform all other duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Who We Are Looking For:

Current Qld C class drivers’ licence to independently drive between business locations to meet operational needs.

Secondary education to Year 10 with good communication skills and an understanding of basic mathematics.

Ability to operate mobile computing (tablet/phone) applications associated with the role.

Sound knowledge in the use of cleaning techniques for public space equipment.

Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.

Proven ability to follow work practices and schedules.

An understanding of and commitment to Workplace health and Safety, environmental responsibility, quality assurance and open communications.

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council