At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our hospital clean and safe for patients and staff every day.
- Company: Join HammondCare, a not-for-profit leader in aged care with over 90 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy career development, fitness access, counselling services, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Cleaning experience in health or aged care is a plus; strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We've been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life's most difficult circumstances. Whether it's in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare.
About the role
The role of Cleaner works within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to ensure that the hospital is kept clean and tidy for the safety of patients, visitors and staff. HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation; all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised.
The essence of this role:
- Provide an efficient and effective delivery of cleaning services in all areas of the hospital to provide a clean environment and to minimise healthcare-associated infections.
- Facilitate patient-centred care by ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety are delivered.
About you
- Experience as a cleaner in a Health or Aged Care environment (desirable).
- Able to effectively follow directions and complete tasks.
- Able to communicate in English, both written and verbal. For example - able to read labels on chemical containers. Able to write a simple daily report on activities completed or Riskman entries, able to speak with and be understood when speaking to colleagues and patients.
- Capable of working autonomously, and liaising with staff, volunteers, patients and visitors to get the job done.
- Multicultural sensitivity or experience working in a multicultural setting (desirable).
Benefits - What are we offering:
- Additional training & career development opportunities.
- Reward and Recognition Program.
- Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
- Free independent, confidential counselling services, and wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family.
- Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs.
- Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung.
HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks.
Hospital Assistant / Cleaner in Sydney employer: HammondCare
HammondCare is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Sydney. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects in AI and digital solutions while enjoying flexible hybrid work arrangements. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
