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Cleaner - Burnside State High School


North Coast Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Burnside State High School is seeking an organised and motivated Cleaner to join the team!
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification OO2
Workplace Location Sunshine Coast
Job ad reference QLD/NCR695968/26T
Closing date 04-Aug-2026
Job duration 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined
Contact person Chris FRANKS
Contact details 07 5459 7333
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About Burnside State High School:

Burnside State High School is an innovative and exciting learning environment where students are motivated to achieve their potential. 

About the Role:

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.

Responsibilities Include:

  • 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.
  • Dusting including student and office furniture, equipment and fans.
  • Hosing, sweeping and vacuuming.
  • Removal of graffiti.
  • Vinyl/timber floor maintenance including buffing, stripping and polishing.
  • Other appropriate cleaning duties as directed by the Principal/Business Manager.

Security

  • Activating and disarming school security systems as required.
  • Locking and unlocking buildings.

Liaison

  • Liaise with Principal/Business Manager concerning purchase and/or replacement of cleaning materials.
  • Reporting security, safety, damage concerns to the Principal/Business Manager or Schools Officer (Facilities and/or Grounds).
  • Referring members of the public to relevant school personnel as required.

Other responsibilities (as required)

Interested? To Apply:  

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).

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. 

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions. 

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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