In this role, you'll be an essential part of our Mental Health Unit Environmental Services team, helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment across our state-of-the-art 102-bed public Mental Health Unit. Working alongside a supportive team of 23 dedicated staff, you'll contribute to the delivery of high-quality environmental services while demonstrating empathy, patience and professionalism in a specialist healthcare setting.
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Clean and maintain patient wards, bedrooms, bathrooms and support areas to the highest standards
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Perform vacuuming, mopping and general housekeeping duties across the Mental Health Unit
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Remove rubbish and waste safely and efficiently in accordance with hospital procedures
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Operate floor cleaning machinery and equipment (full training provided)
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Follow Infection Control, Workplace Health and Safety and environmental services protocols at all times
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Work collaboratively within teams of two or three staff members to achieve daily cleaning objectives
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Communicate effectively with team members, patients and hospital staff in a respectful and professional manner
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Maintain a positive, patient and compassionate approach when working within a mental health environment
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Identify and report maintenance issues, hazards or concerns to supervisory staff
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Demonstrate honesty, integrity and professionalism while consistently delivering high-quality cleaning services
Remuneration: As per the current enterprise bargaining agreement. (On offer is base hourly rate ranging from $28.71 + superannuation exclusive of penalties or allowances.
About You:
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Previous housekeeping, cleaning or environmental services experience is desirable
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Available to work the required shift patterns of 0800–1600 and 1100–1900
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Ability to work effectively within a team environment
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Demonstrated honesty, integrity and strong workplace ethics
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Positive attitude with an even-tempered and professional approach
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Empathetic, patient and compassionate in interactions with others
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Basic understanding of Infection Control principles
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Reliable, friendly and conscientious with a strong commitment to quality service
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.
Additional Information
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Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
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According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply:
Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today! All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 6 July 2026
Reference number: JR113575
