Casual Cleaner

Schedule 2 - Position Description

Position: Casual Cleaner

Incumbent: Vacant

Position Number: 8038

Directorate: Community Services

Team: Facilities

Position Status: Casual

Classification: Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award

Level: 3

Primary Location: Longreach and Ilfracombe

Revised: September 2025

Our Vision

Connecting Council and Community

Our Mission

Delivering Excellent Services

Our Values

1. A Safe and Healthy Work Environment

1. Inclusiveness and Respect

2. Consistency and Fairness

3. Teamwork and Staff Development

4. Performance and Value for Money

5. Leadership and Collaboration

6. Sustainability

7. Forward-looking

Position Objective

The primary objective of this position is to perform various cleaning duties to maintain Longreach Regional

Council's Public Amenities, Public Toilets, Parks and Open Spaces. This casual role is designed to be flexible,

responding to varying team needs and delivering high-quality assistance in both Longreach and Ilfracombe.

Position Responsibilities

Functional Areas Key Accountabilities

General Cleaning Duties
• To carry out all cleaning duties including, but not limited to:

o Sweeping and mopping of all floors,

o Cleaning of walls,

o Clearing of cobwebs,

o Cleaning of counters and tables,

o Cleaning of toilets and urinals,

o Restocking of supplies such as soap and paper towel,

o Cleaning mirrors and windows,

o Emptying facility rubbish bins,

o Dusting and wiping ledges,

o Cleaning of park and street furniture, including fixed barbeques

and play equipment, and

o Blowing off paths and cemented areas.

• Carry out all cleaning duties required at Council facilities, including but

not limited to Longreach Showgrounds, Ilfracombe Memorial Park,

Machinery Mile public amenities, as required.

• Carry out entry and exit cleans at Council properties, as required.
• Carry out urgent 'after hours' cleaning, as required.

Facility Access and

Operations

• Opening museums on Machinery Mile and the Wellshot Centre.

Supplies and Inventory

Management

• Monitor cleaning supplies and ensure supplies are maintained at

adequate levels.

• Maintain safety data sheets for all chemicals in use.

Maintenance Reporting
• Report maintenance, repairs, damage, and vandalism to the Supervisor.

Public Interaction and

Conduct

• Carry out such duties with minimal disruption to any members of the

public that may be within the area at the time.

• Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and the care of others in professional

relationships.

Other Duties
• Other such relevant duties as required from time to time which would

generally fall within the scope of this position as directed by your

accountable supervisor or the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Relationships

Supervisor Facilities Coordinator The Cleaner will have an effective

relationship with the Facilities

Coordinator and is responsive to

their requests.

Works with -Internally Colleagues The Cleaner will have a positive

relationship with their colleagues,

which involves active collaboration,

sharing ideas and working together

to create a conductive environment.

Works with - externally Members of the Public The Cleaner will have an

approachable, attentive, respectful

relationship with members of the

public.

Employees or Occupants of the Facility The Cleaner will have an

approachable, attentive, respectful

relationship with the people who use

the spaces they clean.

Suppliers The Cleaner will have an

approachable, attentive, respectful

relationship with suppliers.

Extent of Authority

This position operates under general direction with the freedom to act within defined and established guidelines.

Solutions to problems may require the exercise of limited judgement, with guidance to be found in procedures

and guidelines. Assistance is available when problems occur.

Position Requirements

Personal Attributes

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to Council's core values through personal action.
• Able to gain respect and create good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to work within established guidelines and procedures.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to high quality work.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member whilst being enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Ability to gain respect and create good working relationships across all levels of Council.

Skills

• Sound level of skills in the use of cleaning equipment

• Sound written communication skills.
• Sound oral communication skills.

• Sound record keeping skills.

• Time management skills with an ability to prioritise and manage own time and meet critical timeframes.

Knowledge

• A thorough understanding of how to maintain a safe working environment.

• Knowledge of correct chemical handling and decanting procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies, including Workplace Health and Safety Act, Safe Work

Practices and Quality Assurance Guidelines.

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• Current unrestricted "C" Class Drivers Licence;

• Working with Children Check (WWCC) Blue Card;
• Chemical handling certification, or willingness to obtain;

Desirable Experience/Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning roles;

• Current First Aid and CPR certification;
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card);

Delegations and Authorisations

NIL

Inherent Requirements

These are the essential requirements of this position:

• This role will be subject to work related contact outside of normal business hours, including weekend

work.

Workplace Health and Safety Obligations

All employees have a legal obligation to comply with regulatory requirements and LRC– SMS (Longreach Regional

Council's - Safety Management System) incorporating WH&S policies, procedures and work instructions. These

are introduced to ensure the health and safety of employees, contractors, visitors, volunteers, the public and the

environment and remain compliant with Industry Benchmark Standards.

The following statements apply to all employees, including permanent, part-time and casual employees.

Your responsibilities include:

1. To comply with instructions given for WH&S at a workplace by the employer;

2. Comply with the Health and safety duties and Duty of Care requirements as specified within the Work

Health and Safety Act 2011 Part 2.

1. Timely reporting all accidents, incidents minor injuries, near misses and property damage (within 24 hours

of the event) and assisting, if required, with the investigation of all incidents in the workplace;

1. For a worker to use the PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided by the employer after proper

instruction in its use;

1. Not to wilfully or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided for WH&S at the workplace;

2. Not to wilfully place at risk the WH&S of any persons at the workplace including yourself;

3. Adhere to the LRC–SMS by remaining compliant to Council's WH&S Management Plan and completing

relevant Monthly Action Plan items;

1. Performing all work and associated functions in a safe, efficient and effective manner;

2. Complying with all documented WH&S policies, procedures, work instruction and verbal instructions issued

by the organisation or its officers;

1. Provide advice to ensuring risk assessments are conducted and recorded for all identified hazards, or prior

to the implementation of new work practices, hazardous substances, or plant. Also, as required, assisting

or participating in the carrying out of risk assessments on identified hazards;

1. Identifying hazards, conducting risk assessments, and implementing corrective action to eliminate hazards

where possible and / or control risks in the workplace;

1. To report hazards and risks in accordance with WH&S procedures;

2. Establishing and maintaining a high standard of housekeeping within your individual work area(s) and

generally within the Longreach Regional Council's area of responsibility;

1. Attending any toolbox, team talks or specific training (e.g. Take 5s etc.) as supplied and required by

Longreach Regional Council;

1. Being familiar with the location of first aid treatment centres, fire protection facilities and evacuation

procedures;

1. Report any concerns for WH&S to your Supervisor.