Careers

Housekeeping Cleaners
(WOBCO's - Workers of Burgmann College)

The role:

As an integral member of the housekeeping team, the Housekeeping Cleaners (WOBCO's - Workers of Burgmann College) assist the College with maintaining the cleanliness of the common areas of the College and ensure resident rooms are guest ready as required. You will need to be a team player, great communicator, flexible and have an ability to work unsupervised. *Please request the Duty Statement for full details (see below).

Experience and Skills:

1. Experience of 1-2 years in a similar role with general cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms/showers, making beds.
2. Experience and ability to work in a team environment.
3. Experience in manual handling and lifting equipment.
4. Experience in setting up common areas for functions with residents, guests and stakeholders.
5. Experience operating industrial equipment, onsite training may be provided.
6. Experience in stock and chemical handling procedures.
7. Awareness of building security and a high-level of confidentiality.
8. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
9. Ability to follow directions, set priorities and meet deadlines.

Application Process:

1. Please request the Duty Statement by email from the Manager of Business & Finance at: nerrida.higgins@burgmann.anu.edu.au
2. Applicants are invited to submit a cover letter (max 3 pages) outlining responses to the above experience and skills, with their resume by email to the Business Manager at: nerrida.higgins@burgmann.anu.edu.au
3. Due Date: Applications are due by midnight Friday 31 October 2025.
4. Hours: Up to 35 Hours p/w, Monday to Friday from 17 November 2025 to 6 February 2026, some weekend hours may apply.
5. Interviews: Interviews for shortlisted applicants will be held from Wednesday 5 November 2025.

• The successful applicant will have a current working visa (if applicable)
• The successful applicant will hold a current police clearance.
• The successful applicant will hold a current full driver’s licence.
• The successful applicant will hold a Working With Vulnerable People Registration.
• The successful applicant may be required to work some weekend hours.
• Previous applicants need not apply.

Reporting Relations:

The Housekeeping Cleaners are appointed by the Manager of Residential Services and Manager of Business and Finance and report directly to the Acting Manager of Housekeeping.

Benefits:

• Onsite Parking
• Lunch provided daily Monday to Friday in Dining Hall

Commencement:

• Please include your earliest start date; we are hoping to fill the position with a prompt commencement.