Housekeeper

• Level 1, full-time appointment on an ongoing basis
• Base salary range: $54,660– $56,854 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

University Hall (UniHall) is the residential college owned and operated by The University of Western Australia (UWA). Over 750 UWA students from over 50 countries live, socialise and study at UniHall making it a fun and exciting collegial community. The University Hall Housekeeping team manage and undertake housekeeping activities to support student living.

About the opportunity

As the appointee, you will attend to the facilities of University Hall with integrity and attention to detail. The goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for our students, staff and visitors. Cleaning bedrooms, common spaces and outdoor areas as well as conference set-ups and general cleaning duties are core responsibilities.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Excellent teamwork skills
• Excellent safety awareness
• Excellent cleaning skills
• Excellent communication skills

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description [Housekeeper] [516822].pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 17 March 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details : Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:06 Mar 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:17 Mar 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time