Cleaner

Why this role matters

At the heart of Melbourne’s city streets, Project 614 is more than just a program, it’s a community. A safe place. A beacon of hope. Every day, our team welcomes people navigating homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, and isolation. And now, we’re looking for someone special to be the first friendly face they see.

About the role

As a Cleaner, this is your opportunity to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment at 69 Bourke St by ensuring high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the building and surrounding areas.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, we are offering two positions, both permanent, part-time, offering 19 hours a week, based in Melbourne CBD, VIC

How you will make an impact

• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment across all facilities and surrounding areas.

• Complete daily cleaning tasks across offices, program spaces, amenities and common areas to a high standard.

• Operate, maintain and store cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and responsibly.

• Monitor and replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies to ensure facilities remain fully stocked.

• Support the effective operation of the site through proactive communication and responsiveness to requests.

• Adhere to Work Health & Safety requirements, reporting hazards, incidents and maintenance issues as required.

What you will bring

• Proven experience in the cleaning industry is desirable

• Training within the cleaning industry highly regarded

• Experience working with multiple complex client groups

• A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is required

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with Miscellaneous Level 2

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration