Housekeeper

Join our dedicated Environmental Services team as a Casual Housekeeper and play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors and staff. Working as part of a supportive team, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across hospital areas while following infection prevention, workplace health and safety and hospital procedures.

About You

You are a reliable, motivated and conscientious individual who takes pride in your work and enjoys contributing to a positive environment.

You have a strong work ethic, good attention to detail and understand the importance of maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a healthcare setting. You are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and take a professional and respectful approach when interacting with patients, visitors and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain patient rooms, wards, bathrooms, offices, common areas and other hospital areas to a high standard.
• Perform vacuuming, mopping, dusting and general housekeeping duties.
• Remove rubbish and waste safely and in accordance with hospital procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic environments for patients, visitors and staff.
• Follow Infection Prevention and Control and Workplace Health and Safety procedures at all times.
• Use cleaning equipment and machinery safely and appropriately.
• Restock cleaning supplies and maintain equipment as required.
• Identify and report hazards, maintenance issues or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with the Environmental Services team to achieve daily cleaning requirements.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
• Complete other cleaning and housekeeping duties as directed.

You Will Also Bring

• Previous experience in housekeeping, cleaning or environmental services is desirable.
• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare environment is highly regarded.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high cleaning standards.
• Understanding of infection prevention and hygiene principles.
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and conscientious work ethic.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and operate cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Flexibility to work a casual roster, including weekends and varied shifts as required.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.