Murgon State High School is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our cleaning team.

The role supports the efficient and effective operation of the school by delivering high-quality cleaning services in line with the approved cleaning program.

Our cleaning team, consisting of six dedicated staff members working split shifts Monday to Friday, operates on a similar schedule to this position, which is also an 8-hour split shift per day.

Job details

About the School

Murgon State High School supports students through a range of academic and vocational pathways, helping each student achieve success in their chosen direction. We value effort, personal growth, and positive behaviour through participation, respect, responsibility, and safety. The school features modern facilities including science labs, a Trade Training Centre, an industrial kitchen, computer labs, and arts spaces. With strong academic results and dedicated support staff, Murgon SHS provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment. 

Your Opportunity 

As the Cleaner, you will: 

• Contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the site by providing a high level of cleaning support.
• Ensure that the duties prescribed for the position are completed to an acceptable standard as determined by their supervisor, in accordance with the approved school cleaning program.

The Cleaner reports to the school Principal or nominated delegate. In a non-school location the cleaner reports directly to the Site Manager. 

Your Responsibilities 

As the Cleaner, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Cleaning windows, pictures, doorknobs, taps, sinks, drinking fountains, lavatory basins, glassware, glass doors and cupboards.
• Cleaning and sanitising toilet facilities and sick bays.
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
• Cobweb and mildew control, utilising extendable equipment as necessary.
• Cleaning of concrete, bitumen, asphalt and paved surfaces.
• Disposal of rubbish and litter control including removal of material from drains and gutters between and/or surrounding buildings.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• DSR642188_25P - Role Description (PDF, 226KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants