Cleaner - Julia Creek State School

Cleaner - Julia Creek State School

Education (Organisation site)

North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Cleaner to help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. As an integral member of our school community, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school and creating a positive environment where students and staff can thrive.

You'll join a supportive team, enjoy a varied role and have the satisfaction of making a positive difference every day.

If you take pride in your work, have a strong eye for detail and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.79FTE), 60 hours per fortnight.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Flexible part-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: OO2
• Workplace Location: North West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/NQR695790/26P
• Closing date: 09-Aug-2026
• Yearly salary: $61847 - $66871
• Fortnightly salary: $2370.60 - $2563.20
• Contact person: Julie THOMAS
• Contact details: 07 4746 4444

About our School:

Julia Creek State School is a hub of the Julia Creek community. Students, staff and parents show a great deal of pride and ownership over their school and its development. A whole-school supportive environment, monitored by all the staff, supports children's social needs. Support staff includes access to a Guidance Officer, Speech Pathologist and learning support teacher aides. The support staff work in liaison with other agencies where necessary, such as Outback Futures, North & West Queensland Primary Health Care, Julia Creek Hospital and McKinlay Council (Community Nurse, Sport and Recreation Officer). It is the intent of Julia Creek State School to provide a safe and caring social environment for our students. Many initiatives are implemented across the school year to provide students with education and skills to become resilient, functional and well-informed citizens. The school works closely with the Queensland Police Service to provide an Adopt-a-Cop to build positive relationships between police personnel and all members of the school community. Structured lessons are delivered fortnightly and form part of a social skilling program that focuses on anti-bullying education.

About the Role:

As a Cleaner, you will:

• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic school environment by cleaning classrooms, offices, amenities and shared spaces.
• Clean and maintain school facilities, equipment, windows and flooring to a high standard.
• Dispose of rubbish, manage litter control and assist with the presentation of school grounds.
• Assist with school security by locking and unlocking buildings and operating security systems when required.
• Report maintenance, safety and security issues and assist with monitoring cleaning supplies.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to support the efficient operation of the school.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

You are dependable, organised and take pride in delivering high-quality cleaning services. You can work independently, follow established cleaning procedures and contribute positively to a team environment.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage your workload and work independently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A reliable and positive approach to work.
• Experience in commercial or school cleaning will be highly regarded.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.