Cleaning Team Leader

yourtown is one of the pioneers of work-based social enterprises in Australia, having provided over 3,000 young people with paid work experience and training over the last 20 years.

Our program allows experienced tradespeople to work alongside youth workers to provide supervision and mentoring support for up to four participants engaged in labour intensive work, designed to build entry level skills.

We are looking for someone who loves working on the tools and has a great eye for detail. We have a casual position available to start ASAP. We're looking for someone with strong experience in cleaning who takes pride in their work and is passionate about passing on their skills and knowledge to young people. We work on long term contracts with large organisations so can provide you with stable work all year and great personal satisfaction knowing that you are helping to make a real difference for young unemployed people.

your opportunity
Monday - Friday work only, 2-3 days per week
attractive rates + salary packaging
tools, uniform, phone, iPad and vehicle for work use and home garaging
opportunity to gain training experience
supportive and collaborative culture

Working across sites in Western Sydney you will be undertaking internal and external cleaning of housing and unit complex common areas and gardens. Works may include vacuuming stairwells, cleaning common areas, removing cobwebs, cleaning washing machine lint filters etc.

Your role will include:
perform a wide range of cleaning tasks
manage, mentor and train a group of young trainees
lead by example and foster a sense of independence and wellbeing
ensure contract specifications and scheduling requirements are being met
maintain tools and equipment
promote a positive Workplace Health and Safety culture and ensure active compliance

what we are looking for

You will have the skills, experience and desire to be on the tools alongside our young people, delivering high quality projects for our customers and meeting contractual obligations. You will understand the skills and behaviours to instil in young people and will be extremely motivated and encouraging.

You will bring:
passion, commitment and belief in young people
recognised industry/trade qualification (preferred)
at least 5 years cleaning experience, with experience leading a team
demonstrated knowledge of WHS requirements
excellent communication skills to build relationships with our trainees and customers
current white card and first aid certificate or ability to obtain

your benefits
When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

Your employment experience will include:

free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

how to apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.

To apply, and for a full Position Description please click the APPLY button below.

Contact: Marnie Elliot - Talent Acquisition Team Leader on 0434 609 384

Applications will be reviewed as they are received so apply ASAP!

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.

yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"