Northern Midlands Council is seeking applications from suitably experienced and reliable applicants for the role of Caretaker - Ross Caravan Park. This casual position is based at Ross Caravan Park and is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for visitors while supporting the day-to-day operation of the facility.

About us

The Northern Midlands is one of the largest and most diverse municipalities in Tasmania. We serve the community with honesty, integrity and pride to deliver the highest quality services to our community. For more information about our Vision, Values and Mission visit www.nmc.tas.gov.au.

About the role

Reporting to the Works Supervisor, this role combines caretaking, commercial cleaning, customer service, grounds maintenance and minor maintenance responsibilities. The successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring Ross Caravan Park and its visitor facilities are maintained to a high standard at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

- Cleaning and servicing the five onsite cabins between guest stays, including linen changes, bed making and cleaning of bathrooms and kitchenettes.

- Cleaning public amenities, camp kitchen, BBQ areas and communal facilities.

- Maintaining cabins and facilities to a guest-ready standard.

- Undertaking routine grounds maintenance including mowing, whipper snipping and litter collection.

- Monitoring the caravan park and responding to visitor enquiries.

- Supporting guest check-in and check-out processes where required.

- Undertaking minor maintenance and reporting larger maintenance issues.





- Managing waste and recycling facilities.

- Ensuring Council facilities are maintained in a clean, safe and welcoming condition.

- Promoting a positive and professional image of Council when interacting with visitors and members of the public.

About you

You will be a self-motivated and reliable individual who takes pride in presenting facilities to a high standard and enjoys working independently.

To be successful in this role, you will:

- Have experience in caretaking, commercial cleaning, housekeeping, hospitality, accommodation services, maintenance or similar roles.

- Have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and presentation.

- Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

- Demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills.

- Be capable of identifying problems and taking appropriate action.

- Be physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks.

- Have experience undertaking minor maintenance and grounds maintenance activities.

- Hold a current driver's licence.

Our Culture and Benefits

Terms and conditions of employment,



including salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant and in accordance with the Northern Midlands Council Enterprise Agreement. Other advantages include 14% superannuation, health and well-being initiatives, salary sacrifice for child care fees, discounted gym and pool membership and learning and development opportunities.

We have a genuine concern for your health, safety and wellbeing and are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive workplace.

Apply Now

Click the Apply button to submit your application via the seek.com.au website.

Your application should include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience which demonstrates your ability to meet the essential requirements of the role as outlined in the "About You" section above.

All roles will be advertised for a minimum period of 2 weeks. Review of applications will begin after 2 weeks and reviews will continue as applications are received until the position is filled. Council may proceed with interviews at any stage during the process. This role will close once a suitable candidate has been selected. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications promptly.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Northern Midlands Council is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. All roles require a National Criminal History Check showing no serious offences.

Authorised by Maree Bricknell, Acting General Manager

📌 Caretaker - Ross Caravan Park (Casual) (Launceston)
🏢 Northern Midlands Council
📍 Launceston