Job Description

Join our dedicated Environmental Services team as a Casual Housekeeper and play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors and staff. Working as part of a supportive team, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across hospital areas while following infection prevention, workplace health and safety and hospital procedures.

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About You

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You are a reliable, motivated and conscientious individual who takes pride in your work and enjoys contributing to a positive environment.

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You have a strong work ethic, good attention to detail and understand the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a healthcare setting. You are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and take a skilled and respectful approach when interacting with patients, visitors and colleagues.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Clean and maintain patient rooms, wards, bathrooms, offices, common areas and other hospital areas to a high standard.
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- Perform vacuuming, mopping, dusting and general housekeeping duties.
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- Remove rubbish and waste safely and in accordance with hospital procedures.
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- Maintain clean, safe and hygienic environments for patients, visitors and staff.
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- Follow Infection Prevention and Control and Workplace Health and Safety procedures at all times.
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- Use cleaning equipment and machinery safely and appropriately.
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- Restock cleaning supplies and maintain equipment as required.
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- Identify and report hazards, maintenance issues or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
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- Work collaboratively with the Environmental Services team to achieve daily cleaning requirements.
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- Communicate respectfully and professionally with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
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- Complete other cleaning and housekeeping duties as directed.
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You Will Also Bring

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- Previous experience in housekeeping,



cleaning or environmental services is desirable.
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- Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare environment is highly regarded.
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- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high cleaning standards.
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- Understanding of infection prevention and hygiene principles.
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- Ability to follow procedures and work safely.
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- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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- Reliable, punctual and conscientious work ethic.
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- Positive and professional attitude.
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- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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- Willingness to learn and operate cleaning equipment and machinery.
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- Flexibility to work a casual roster, including weekends and varied shifts as required.
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What's in it for You:

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At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

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- Grow your careerwith recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
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- Save more every daywith Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
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- Enjoy peace of mindwith lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
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- Find balancethrough flexible rostering options, adaptable leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
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- Increase your take-home paythrough salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
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Why Join Ramsay:

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At Ramsay Health Care, "people caring for people" is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

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- Australia's largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
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- A values-led workplace where you'll be supported personally and professionally
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- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
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📌 Housekeeper (Ipswich)
🏢 St Andrews Hospital Ipswich
📍 Ipswich