gforce is an employment and recruitment leader, employing over 500 people weekly, including apprentices, trainees, school-based trainees and labour hire staff. We offer apprenticeship, recruitment and inclusive employment services.

We are seeking a motivated and reliable person to undertake a Certificate III in Cleaning Operations traineeship while gaining practical, paid experience in a busy community-based work environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in keeping public spaces clean and safe, and is looking to develop nationally recognised skills while working as part of a supportive team.

About the role

As a Cleaning Operations Trainee, you will learn and undertake a range of operational cleaning and site-maintenance duties. A key part of the role will involve supporting the day-to-day operation of a recycling drop-off facility and helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for the community.

Your duties will include:

- Assisting with the daily operation and presentation of a recycling drop-off facility
- Coordinating and supporting the movement of waste and recyclable materials in and out of the site
- Undertaking general cleaning and site-maintenance activities
- Following workplace procedures, environmental requirements and relevant regulations
- Complying with Occupational Health & Safety procedures and company safety protocols
- Identifying and reporting hazards to your supervisor
- Providing courteous service and assisting members of the community
- Working outdoors and adapting to changing weather conditions,



priorities and service requirements
- Completing the practical and study requirements of the Certificate III in Cleaning Operations

About you We are looking for someone who is dependable, safety-conscious and takes genuine pride in their work.

- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Be reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions
- Take pride in maintaining clean, safe and well-presented environments
- Be comfortable undertaking practical and physically active work
- Be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Communicate respectfully with customers, members of the public and colleagues
- Be able to adapt to changing priorities throughout the day
- Work well as part of a team
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and community service

This is a full-time traineeship working 38 hours per week, with typical hours from 7:00am to 3:56pm. The position includes a rostered day off approximately once per fortnight, and some overtime and weekend work may be required. The successful applicant will also be required to complete a pre-employment medical.

What you'll receive

- Gain paid, practical workplace experience




- Complete a Certificate III in Cleaning Operations (CPP30321)
- Develop skills in cleaning, recycling, waste handling, safety and community service
- Work within an established and supportive workplace
- Build valuable experience for a future career in cleaning, facilities, environmental services or local government operations

If you enjoy practical work, care about keeping community spaces clean and safe, and are ready to learn new skills while working towards a formal qualification, we'd love to hear from you. To apply please submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate via the ‘Apply Now’ button.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, all genders, mature-aged people and people with disability.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for any person who requests it to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

About gforce gforce is a For-Purpose Community Organisation that makes a difference in the lives of people and communities.

We are a full-service employment and recruitment organisation that seeks to assist all job seekers, participants and employers.

Our team is passionate and skilled, and focus on an excellent customer experience.

We have served some communities for over 40 years and for others we are building recent relationships. We believe in being genuinely part of communities we serve and embracing a community-driven approach.

📌 Certificate III in Cleaning Operations (Clifton Hill)
🏢 gforce employment and recruitment
📍 Clifton Hill