Wilsonton State High School is seeking applications for a reliable and dedicated Cleaner to join our team.

This role plays a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The successful applicant will contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the school by delivering high-quality cleaning services.

If you take pride in your work and are committed to supporting a positive school environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

About the School 

Wilsonton State High School is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of academic, vocational, cultural, and sporting opportunities for students in Years 7 to 12. Guided by our motto, ‘Stand Strong, Stand Proud, Stand Together,' we foster a school culture built on excellence, resilience, and unity. Our passionate and innovative staff are committed to maintaining high expectations and providing an enriching environment where both students and educators thrive. Join the Wilsonton team and become part of a dynamic school community that values growth, collaboration, and success.

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:

• The role involves a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties aimed at ensuring a clean and safe school environment. Responsibilities include cleaning windows, doors, sinks, drinking fountains, lavatory basins, glassware, and cupboards, as well as sanitising toilet facilities and sick bays. It also includes maintaining equipment, controlling cobwebs and mildew using extendable tools, and cleaning various surfaces such as concrete, bitumen, asphalt, and paved areas. Other cleaning tasks include dusting furniture and equipment, sweeping, vacuuming, removing graffiti, and maintaining vinyl and timber floors, including buffing, stripping, and polishing.
• Security-related tasks include activating and deactivating school security systems and locking or unlocking buildings as needed. The role also involves liaising with the Principal or Business Manager regarding the purchase and replacement of cleaning materials. Additionally, the person in this role will report security, safety, or damage concerns to the Principal, Business Manager, or Schools Officer (Facilities and/or Grounds), and refer members of the public to the relevant school personnel.
• Other duties include the disposal of rubbish and litter control, removal of materials from drains and gutters, and performing any other appropriate cleaning tasks as directed by the Principal or Business Manager. The position may require taking on additional suitable responsibilities consistent with the role, as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and 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 (1-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.

• DSR646248_25P - Role Description (PDF, 198KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants