Job Description

Summary

Avive Alphington is seeking an experienced and reliable Cleaning Supervisor to lead and support our cleaning team in maintaining a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment. The working hours will be: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

The successful applicant will have relevant supervisory cleaning experience, ideally within a mental health, healthcare, hospital, aged care, disability services or similar environment. You will be responsible for coordinating daily cleaning operations and ensuring high standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, support and coordinate cleaning staff
• Allocate daily tasks and monitor work completion
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control
• Complete regular inspections and quality audits
• Ensure cleaning procedures, safety requirements and site protocols are followed
• Manage cleaning chemicals, equipment and stock levels
• Respond promptly to client and site requirements
• Train and mentor team members
• Report and undertake any maintenance issues, incidents and supply requirements
• Maintain accurate cleaning and compliance records
• Promote a respectful, safe and professional workplace

About you

• Relevant experience in mental health or a comparable healthcare or supported-care setting
• Understanding of infection control, chemical safety and safe cleaning practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and lead a team
• Professional, dependable and compassionate approach
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work respectfully around clients, residents, staff and visitors
• Current police check and any relevant healthcare or disability screening requirements, or willingness to obtain them
• Appropriate work rights in Australia

What we offer

• Great Place to Work® Certified for three consecutive years, recognising our commitment to our people and workplace culture
• Full-time, stable weekday employment
• Consistent hours of 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to a safe and positive mental health setting
• Ongoing training and development

If you have the experience, leadership skills and commitment to high cleaning standards required for this role, we would like to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant supervisory and mental health or healthcare cleaning experience with your application.

Our commitment to inclusion

At SCS, we are committed to building a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone to succeed. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplace where diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are celebrated.

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including reference and national police checks.

Notice to Third Parties: SCS does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their applications independently.