Cleaner (36.5 Hours Per Fortnight)

Permanent part-time position (36.5 hours per fortnight)Salary from $26,706 (includes superannuation)Allowances and OvertimeCouncil offers a wide range of benefits such as salary packaging (including novated motor vehicle leasing and remote area housing benefits), health and wellbeing programs and employee vaccinations to employees.As part of the Department of Recreation and Open Spaces, as the Cleaner, you will clean offices, public amenities and other buildings / facilities.Reporting to Manager of Recreation and Open Spaces, you will:Carry out all cleaning duties as required in the listing for each particular work site procedure and event that may occur from time to time replenish toilet paper, hand towels, soap and disinfectant blocks in all toilets , washrooms, kitchen areas and storerooms, as required to ensure that these items are well stocked.Sweep and remove rubbish from adjacent external areas to maintain a clean and tidy state, including paths, walkways, gardens, verandahs and entrance areas including the removal of cobwebs and management of graffiti.Perform minor maintenance work and report major damage and / or defects to buildings, fixtures and furniture to the supervisor or relevant site manager. Ensure building security is maintained during and following cleaning activities, including closing and securing all external windows and doors, and activating building alarms where they are fitted.Store, mix and apply cleaners and other chemical products in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS), manufacturers' instructions and / or other relevant safety procedures.Participate in training and staff meetings as required, train and coach new or relief staff and also relieves in cleaning roles at other Council sites when required.Assist customers with simple enquiries outside opening hours.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORSpecifically, you will have:EssentialDemonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply written instructionsEffective oral and written communication skillsAbility to calculate amounts involving ratios, proportions, area and volumeProven record of honesty and reliabilityAbility and willingness to work nights and weekendsClass C driver's licence (Car Licence) DesirableCurrent first aid certificatePrevious experience in commercial / industrial cleaningHOW TO APPLYApplications close: 5:00pm on Monday 18 March 2024Carefully read the Information Package to familiarise yourself with the role and application processPlease ensure that you attach a copy of a recent resumePosition specific enquiries may be directed to Graham Archibald on (02) 6730 2364 or email garchibald@gisc.nsw.gov.auAny enquiries relating to the application process may be directed to Helen Stapleton on (02) 6730 2303 or email jobs@gisc.nsw.gov.auPlease note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake referee checks, police checks and a functional assessment with Council’s physiotherapist. All correspondence will be via the email address you supply as part of your application, therefore please ensure that the email address is valid and that you check it regularly (please be sure to check your junk email also).Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply. Bernard Smith - General ManagerPromoting a safe and healthy workplace