Lead Housekeeper – Short-Term Rentals (Weekend Operations)

Lead Housekeeper – Short-Term Rentals (Weekend Operations)

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time (up to 38 hours per week for the right candidate)
Location: Sunshine Coast, QLD (Caloundra-based office with travel across properties)
Roster: Friday to Tuesday | $75,000 per year + super

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Lead Housekeeper to support weekend operations across a growing short-term rental business on the Sunshine Coast.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys housekeeping but is ready to take the next step by supporting a team, maintaining high cleaning standards and helping ensure properties are beautifully presented for every guest.

Working closely with the Housekeeping Manager and Operations team, you will be the go-to person for the housekeeping team across the Friday to Tuesday period, providing guidance, quality checks, and practical support when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate the housekeeping team across the weekend period.
• Assist with daily cleaning schedules, priorities, and operational changes.
• Complete quality checks to ensure properties are cleaned and presented to a high standard.
• Provide support, feedback, and guidance to housekeeping team members.
• Complete departure cleans, mid-stay cleans, and additional housekeeping tasks as required.
• Identify and communicate maintenance, stock, or property presentation issues.
• Assist with linen, cleaning supplies, and general housekeeping organisation.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members.
• Experience with scheduling across platforms (Guesty, Breezeway, etc.) preferred
• Provide clear handover notes to the weekday team.

About You

• Previous experience in housekeeping, cleaning, hospitality, short-term rentals, or property services.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work.
• Reliable, organised, and confident working independently.
• Comfortable supporting and guiding a team.
• Positive attitude with a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Requirements

• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Reliable vehicle for travel between properties.
• Applicants must have full working rights in Australia (AU/NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents)
• Available for an immediate start

What’s On Offer

• Permanent part-time role with potential for additional hours.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity to grow with a successful local short-term rental business.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience.

Pay: $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person