Housekeeper

VN3524 – APS Level 2 Housekeeper, Tony Mundine Hostel, Leichhardt, Sydney (Ongoing - Part-time)Our purpose is to provide safe, culturally appropriate and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access medical services, education and economic opportunities. Across its network of hostels, dedicated Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a supportive environment, assisted by local First Nations service providers and referral agencies.AHL also supports the Australian Government’s efforts to improve economic outcomes for First Nations people. By purchasing goods and services from First Nations businesses at every opportunity, we help support a more inclusive economy. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up approximately 50% of our workforce.A career with AHL will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people. We offer rewarding experiences and rewarding employment conditions.AHL is looking for an experienced part-time Housekeeper who is highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about delivering quality services to our residents in our Tony Mundine Hostel, Sydney, NSW. The position is 60 hours per fortnight. As a Housekeeper, your duties and responsibilities will include:• Ensure a high level of customer service is provided to AHL residents at all times, including attending to resident requests in a professional and courteous manner.• All workplace tasks will be performed in a manner which upholds AHL’s commitment to safety of its staff and residents by adhering to relevant Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices at all times.• Undertake cleaning tasks on a daily basis to ensure the hostel is serviced and cleaned to a high standard.• Ensure the adequate supply of cleaning products, linen and other relevant items are available and stored appropriately.• Ensure all rooms are checked regularly for repair and maintenance requirements, and that appropriate notifications are reported to the Hostel Manager or Assistant Hostel Manager.• Hostel Workers are required to work as part of a team. Whilst your regular duties will be in Housekeeping, you may be required from time to time perform other duties as directed by Hostel Manager or Assistant Hostel Manager to ensure a high level of service is maintained.Qualifications and Training: (or the ability to complete within the first six months of employment)• Chemical Handling Training through AHL's approved supplier (currently Jaysol).• Certificate II in Hospitality.• Other relevant qualifications or work experience in a similar role.Eligibility • Be an Australian Citizen• Undergo a Satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement)• Meet Fitness for Duty requirements (prior to engagement)• Hold and maintain a Working with Children Check in NSW (prior to engagement)• Hold or obtain relevant qualifications.For further information about these roles and how to apply please refer to the Vacancy Information available on our website - Employment | Aboriginal Hostels Limited (https://ahl.gov.au)Contact Person: Cristal Morris/ Liz Simpson (Hostel Managers) – (02) 9043 9520Applications closes: 11:59pm AEST on Wednesday, 13 March 2024.