House Services Assistant

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Thursday 25 September, 2025 11:55 PM

Thursday 25 September, 2025 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 1

$57,130 to $62,486 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Casual

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Clean allocated areas in compliance with established procedures and protocols.

The Team:

The House Services Team at the Launceston General Hospital takes pride in providing exceptional cleaning services and are committed to workforce diversity and a safe, supported, and respectful workplace for all employees.

The Role:

- Assist in maintaining a high standard of cleaning within the LGH, outbuildings and surrounds, adhering to WHS and Infection Control policies and procedures, including adhering to PPE requirements.
- Attention to detail and the ability to prioritise in a fast paced healthcare environment.
- The role involves varied manual tasks including the use of ladders and the ability to operate a variety of cleaning equipment and machinery.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Fixed term, casual, position workingas and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:$57,130 to $62,486 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

- Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

- Current Driver’s Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

- Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
- Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
- Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

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