Make a real difference behind the scenes with Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service. Supporting people experiencing mental health, alcohol and other drug challenges, this role is about creating clean, safe and welcoming environments where consumers can focus on their recovery and wellbeing.

As part of a dedicated team, you'll provide housekeeping, cleaning and waste management services across mental health facilities, maintaining high standards of hygiene, infection control and workplace safety. We're looking for someone who is reliable, organised, able to work independently and committed to delivering quality service with compassion and respect. If this sound like you and you’re seeking casual hours, we'd love to hear from you.

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (CQMHAODS) provides specialist mental health, alcohol and other drug support to communities across Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands and Banana, serving a population of more than 250,000 people. Working with individuals experiencing complex and often vulnerable circumstances, the service delivers compassionate, recovery-focused care across inpatient, community and residential settings.

The Adult Community Service Team supports adults living with severe and persistent mental illness through assessment, case management, therapeutic interventions and coordinated care in both community and home environments. Working closely with inpatient services, acute care teams and community partners, the team plays a vital role in reducing the impact of mental illness, promoting recovery and helping consumers achieve meaningful outcomes in their everyday lives.

About the role:

• Deliver high-quality housekeeping and cleaning services across Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs facilities, ensuring a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
• Maintain cleanliness of consumer, staff and communal areas in accordance with Queensland Health standards and infection control requirements.
• Collect, remove and manage waste safely and efficiently while following workplace health and safety procedures.
• Use cleaning equipment, chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly to support a hygienic and safe workplace.
• Work collaboratively with staff and consumers, contributing to the comfort, wellbeing and dignity of people accessing vulnerable health services.

About you:

What you will bring to our team to succeed:

• Experience in housekeeping, cleaning or waste management, or the ability and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and complete tasks within required timeframes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a respectful and professional approach to consumers and colleagues.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and compliance with organisational policies and procedures.

What we offer:

• An hourly rate between $40.22 - $42.91 p.h. (including 25% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6F686469

Applications close: Thursday, 16 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6F686469 - Operational Services Officer (Housekeeping) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)