Temporary, (full-time until August 2026)

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Cleaner to join our team. Being part of the Facilities Management team and is responsible for ensuring the Administration Centre, Masonic Hall, Family Day Care, other allocated locations and their surrounding grounds are kept as a safe, secure, clean, hygienic and well-maintained premises for the use of Councillors, employees and the public.

This exciting role will:

Follow and maintain a program of works, which ensures designated areas are clean and maintained to the agreed standard.

Carry out cleaning duties as agreed to those areas of the Administration Centre, Masonic Hall, Family Day Care, other allocated locations, grounds, and equipment therein as directed.

Carry out waste recycling as directed. Check the condition of each area being worked on and act on or report any instances where there may be a danger to Councillors, employees, or the public.

Report and assist to resolve enquiries/requests/complaints relating to cleaning and support services.

Promote and project the image of Council as being both courteous and efficient.

Provide catering services as and when required to Councillors, employees, and guests.

Display discretion and tact in all dealings with and around Councillors and Senior Management

This role operates on a 9-day fortnight schedule. The successful applicant must be flexible with their working hours to support key Council events. This includes assisting with the setup and attendance at Council meetings held on Mondays (typically twice per month), as well as providing support for Citizenship ceremonies held on Fridays (approximately four times per year).

Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You will hold a Certificate II in Cleaning, or equivalent work experience.

Having undertaken a similar position, you will demonstrate experience and skilled in cleaning and in the use of cleaning equipment e.g. floor polishers, sweepers, pressure sprayers.

You will display excellent customer service working with a variety of internal and external customers.

Being passionate about working together to meet a common goal your teamwork skills are second to none.

You have the ability to exercise high level of discretion when working in environments populated by Councillors and Senior Management.

Most of all you display a positive can-do attitude.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

Competitive salary from $29.28 to $34.03 per hour

12 per cent superannuation

Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply

38-hour working week with nine-day fortnight

long service leave after 5 years

education assistance

training and development opportunities

corporate fitness program from as little as $8 per week

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LET’S START

If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by 11:59pm, Sunday 3 August 2025

For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Kirra Williams, Coordinator Facilities Management, 02 4921 0515 or via email [email protected]

If you need assistance submitting your application click here or please contact Ashlea Norris, Talent Acquisition Advisor, on 02 4921 0759 or via email [email protected].

Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.

Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.