Support Services - Housekeeping & Laundry (Beaconsfield)

About Us: Good Shepherd Lodge Ltd is a compassionate and dedicated aged care provider in Queensland, offering high-quality care to our elderly residents. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and safe environment where both residents and staff feel valued. Join our team of professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Housekeeper to join our dedicated team at Kerrisdale Gardens. This role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the facility to ensure a safe, comfortable, and pleasant environment for our residents. This is a rotating role, with duties shared between both cleaning and laundry services. There is no set allocation to one area, and flexibility to work across both functions is essential. Key Responsibilities: General Cleaning: Perform routine cleaning tasks in residents' rooms, common areas, hallways, dining rooms, and bathrooms. Laundry Services: Collect, wash, dry, fold, and distribute linen and residents’ personal laundry. Cleaning of Equipment and Fixtures: Ensure all equipment, furniture, and fixtures are cleaned and sanitised regularly. Waste Management: Dispose of waste in accordance with environmental and safety standards. Maintain Infection Control Standards: Follow all relevant procedures to ensure a hygienic environment. Assistance with Other Tasks: Support additional housekeeping duties as required by supervisors or management. Resident Interaction: Respect residents’ privacy and dignity while maintaining a friendly, caring, and professional approach. Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience in housekeeping, ideally in an aged care or healthcare setting (but not essential).
- Strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A caring and compassionate attitude towards elderly residents.
- Knowledge of infection control practices is highly desirable.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Requirements:
- Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain one.
- Current Influenza vaccination (or willingness to receive).
- Minimum of 2 x Covid vaccinations
- A positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic. What we offer:
- Above Award rates supported by our Enterprise Bargaining Agreement
- 5 weeks annual leave per year with leave loading
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take home salary and novated leasing options available
- Fitness Passport
- Social Club
- Sonder
- Employee health, wellness and safety partner
- Reward and Recognition program
- A excellent team environment If you think you'd be a suitable candidate for this position, please Apply Now. If you have any questions regarding the role, please email us at . Company Overview Please visit our company website for more information Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rdlrw