ESS Remote - Housekeepers & Periodic Cleaners

ESS supports some of Australia’s largest mining, energy and remote communities by delivering exceptional accommodation management, housekeeping and village services. We are seeking Housekeepers and Periodic Cleaners to join our FIFO teams on a 14 days on, 7 days off roster across remote locations throughout Western Australia.

The Roles

As a Housekeeper, you will help ensure accommodation facilities are clean, comfortable and maintained to a high standard.

Clean accommodation rooms and ensuites

Make beds and change linen

Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards

Deliver friendly and professional service to village residents

Periodic Cleaners

Our Periodic Cleaners maintain village facilities through scheduled and detailed cleaning activities.

Complete deep cleaning across accommodation and village facilities

Undertake floor scrubbing, buffing and polishing

Complete pressure washing and external cleaning

Maintain high hygiene, quality and safety standards

The Person

- Previous cleaning, housekeeping, hospitality or service industry experience is preferredExcellent attention to detail
- Strong commitment to safety and quality
- Reliable, positive and team-focused attitude
- Ability to work in a physically demanding remote environment
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening
- National Police Clearance
- Full Work Rights

The Benefit

- FIFO 14:7 roster providing work-life balance
- Flights, accommodation and meals provided while on site
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Stable, permanent employment opportunities




- Career progression within one of Australia’s largest employers
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Work across multiple sites in Townsville as part of our agile casual pool
- True flexibility - choose your shifts and build your ideal roster

At Compass Group, we support the wellbeing of thousands of people every day through exceptional food and support services. By fostering meaningful connections and creating protected, welcoming environments, we help people and communities thrive now and into the future.

We are currently seeking dedicated and reliable Cleaners to join our casual team in Townsville. With a variety of shifts available, you have the freedom to create a schedule that works for you!

The Position:

Perform general and specialized cleaning across various facilities

Operate industrial cleaning equipment to maintain high hygiene standards

Ensure floors, walls, and common areas are kept spotless

Handle waste collection and disposal efficiently

Identify and report any maintenance issues to ensure a safe environment

The Person:

Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (or currently hold one)

Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this position





Previous cleaning experience is highly regarded

A safety-first mindset with solid attention to detail

Professional presentation with a positive, can-do attitude

Willingness to learn and follow new processes and policies

Min. 1 year experience in hotel/lounge cleaning or housekeeping

The Benefits:

- Be part of one of the world’s largest contract catering organisations
- Opportunities to develop new skills and transition into a permanent role

If you're looking for a flexible, rewarding role where no two days are the same, Compass Group is the perfect place for you.

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, and where everyone feels empowered and valued. Building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability. We welcome and encourage applications from Veterans, ex-Defence and Defence family members.

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