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Why this role matters

The Salvation Homelessness Melbourne Metro is a large Homelessness provider in the inner city of Melbourne and provides a comprehensive range of residential & community services across six sites in St Kilda, Footscray, North Melbourne, West Melbourne and Kensington.

Community programs include the Crisis Contact Centre, Community Outreach Services for single adults, support for older people in public housing, rough sleeper & street sleeping initiatives, community participation and AOD support.

Residential services operate from Foley House in Footscray, the Open Door in North Melbourne and Flagstaff in West Melbourne.

Homelessness Melbourne Metro is committed to providing person centred care, trauma informed practice and a strengths-based approach to improve the health, wellbeing and housing outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.

Staff are committed to the following outcomes:

• Support each individual to reach their full potential
• Create an environment of hope & optimism
• Provide support in a compassionate and non-judgemental manner

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Cleaner to provide a high-quality standard of cleaning and waste management at the West Melbourne (Flagstaff) and North Melbourne (Open Door) sites within Homelessness Services in Melbourne Metro. The position is part of a trans-disciplinary team that works closely with the Residential Community Support, Catering, Business Administration and Case Management Services.

You will successfully

• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene across the residential accommodation and staff office areas, and in outdoor environments including the entrance to buildings and garden settings
• Complete cleaning in a timely and efficient manner in adherence with established cleaning schedules
• Respond to any emergency cleaning situations
• Undertake daily housekeeping to ensure residents receive necessities such as linen and cleaning aids
• Ensure chemicals and other domestic products are stored safely and securely to meet the relevant MSDS guidelines
• Report workplace hazards, near misses and OHS incidents to the Facilities maintenance Team Leader and complete Safety Incidents reports as required
• Work with the Community Support Team to assist with Resident luggage storage systems at Flagstaff and The Open-Door residential sites

This is a permanent full-time position, based at our Flagstaff Services. Part of this position will require you to travel to The Open Door North Melbourne as needed. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award/General Retail Industry Award/Clerks Private Sector Award, Level 1.3.

You will have

• Relevant cleaning experience preferably in the Community Sector, supported by a Certificate 3 in Cleaning Operations
• Friendly, positive outlook and customer service attitude, with the physical ability to undertake cleaning duties
• Understanding of manual handling, hygiene standards & OHS regulations
• Knowledge of safety storing and handling potentially dangerous chemicals
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision as well as collaboratively as part of cleaning services team

What we offer

• (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Enquiries only (Applications are to be submitted online via the APPLY button)

• Russell De Silva at [email protected], using the subject line: Cleaner Homelessness - Melbourne Metro enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. If successful in being appointed, you may be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.