Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
About us: Skills and Hands NT Pty Ltd is a Northern Territory-based consultancy focused on workforce planning, talent engagement, and sustainable staffing strategies. We work alongside local businesses to support the development of strong, reliable teams through tailored pathways that align with their long-term goals. Our role is to facilitate practical workforce solutions that help employers attract and retain skilled talent—contributing to the resilience and continuity of operations across the Territory.
About the Employer: Private employer with ABN provides professional housekeeping and commercial cleaning services across hotels and other commercial premises in Darwin. Our team is committed to safe work practices, consistent quality and reliable service delivery.
Job Advertisement: Cleaner/Commercial Housekeeper – Full-Time Role in Darwin, NT Salary Range: $65,037-$72,000 per annum Location: Darwin, NT Join Private Advertiser (ABN ) and help keep Darwin's hotels and commercial premises at their best.
Key Responsibilities
Clean and service guest rooms and common areas to schedule and site standards (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, spot-cleaning).
Make beds; change linen; restock towels and amenities (where applicable to site).
Clean and sanitise bathrooms, kitchens and high-touch surfaces; replenish consumables.
Empty and segregate waste; restock housekeeping trolleys and storerooms and handle lost property per policy.
Manage basic stock levels and coordinate safe handling of cleaning chemicals; keep SDS current and accessible.
Liaise with site contacts on service requirements and report maintenance or WHS hazards promptly.
Operate equipment safely (e.g., commercial vacuums, microfibre/steam cleaners, pressure/steam equipment where trained).
Adhere to cleaning schedules, room checklists and brand standards; use chemicals and equipment safely.
Selection Criteria
Housekeeping proficiency: recent experience across hotel rooms and/or other commercial premises; strong eye for detail and presentation.
WHS & chemical safety: knowledge of safe work practices and SDS-guided chemical use.
Time management: ability to meet room/area turnaround targets and follow run sheets/checklists.
Communication: clear, courteous communication with clients, guests and team members; accurate incident/maintenance reporting.
Equipment skills: competent with standard housekeeping tools and commercial machines (training provided where required).
Quality standards: consistent delivery to brand/site standards; effective self-checks and sign-offs.
Flexibility: capacity to work shifts, some weekends/public holidays, and rotate across multiple Darwin sites.
Required Experience and Qualifications
1–2+ years relevant commercial housekeeping/cleaning experience (multi-site preferred).
Understanding of ANZSCO task scope; safe chemical handling and WHS awareness.
Full working rights in Australia.
Formal qualifications are not mandatory; on-the-job training evidence is valued.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following:
Expression of interest.
Your CV.
A cover letter addressing each selection criterion with specific examples from your experience, demonstrating how your skills align with the role.
Only complete applications will be considered for shortlisting. Take the next step in your career and join a team that truly makes a difference Apply today Flexible hours are available. Let's work together to build a better future.
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