Join the dedicated Environmental Services team at John Flynn Private Hospital as a Casual Environmental Services Assistant, helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors and staff.
As part of our Environmental Services team, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality healthcare by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital.
You will work as part of a supportive team while also having the opportunity to work independently, ensuring hospital areas are maintained to a high standard and in accordance with infection prevention and control and workplace health and safety requirements.
Flexible Working Hours
We are looking for casual staff who can work across a range of shifts, including:
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04:00 – 12:00
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06:00 – 13:30
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08:00 – 16:00
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11:00 – 19:00
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13:30 – 21:30
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18:00 – 02:00
About You
You are a reliable, conscientious and motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and service.
You understand the importance of providing a clean and safe healthcare environment and are comfortable working around patients, visitors and healthcare staff. You have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
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Clean and maintain clinical and non-clinical areas to a high standard.
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Clean patient rooms, wards, offices, corridors, public areas and other designated spaces.
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Make and change patient beds as required.
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Perform general cleaning duties including vacuuming, mopping, dusting and sanitising.
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Follow hospital cleaning procedures and Infection Prevention and Control requirements.
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Safely use cleaning equipment, products and chemicals.
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Dispose of waste appropriately and in accordance with hospital procedures.
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Maintain a professional, respectful and caring approach when working around patients, visitors and healthcare staff.
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Identify and report hazards, maintenance issues or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
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Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies as required.
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Work effectively as part of a team while also being able to work independently.
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Follow Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times.
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Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment throughout the hospital.
You Will Also Bring
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Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping or environmental services is desirable.
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Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare environment is highly regarded.
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Understanding of basic cleaning, hygiene and infection prevention principles.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
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Ability to safely use cleaning equipment, products and chemicals.
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Ability to follow procedures and workplace health and safety requirements.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Professional, respectful and caring approach when interacting with patients, visitors and staff.
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Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Reliable, punctual and conscientious work ethic.
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Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
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Flexibility and availability to work across a range of shifts, including early morning, evening and overnight shifts.
What’s in it for You:
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
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Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
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Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
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Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
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Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
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Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay:
At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
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Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
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A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
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A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
