Cleaner

About the organisation

TAFE Queensland is the state’s largest and most established vocational education and training provider, with a history spanning more than 140 years. It delivers practical, industry-aligned training through campus-based, online, and workplace learning, helping people gain the skills they need for long-term careers and stronger communities.

Joining TAFE Queensland means becoming part of an experienced team that works closely with industry and focuses on best-practice, innovative training.

The opportunity

A permanent full-time Cleaner role is available within the Operations team at TAFE Queensland’s Acacia Ridge campus in South Brisbane, Queensland. This advertisement may also be used to create a talent pool for similar roles that become available later.

The Cleaner will be responsible for carrying out the region’s day-to-day cleaning needs so that students, staff, and members of the public have access to a clean and hygienic environment.

The position reports to the relevant Operations Supervisor.

Key duties

• Carry out scheduled cleaning tasks across classrooms, administration areas, workshops, and toilets.
• Work with a strong understanding of workplace health and safety laws, processes, and principles, ensuring all duties are completed safely and in line with applicable legislation.
• Store and maintain cleaning products, hazardous substances, and equipment securely and in accordance with documented procedures.
• Take an active role in the Operations team by attending team meetings and assisting with other duties when required.
• Support organisational change by demonstrating SkillsTech’s core values and agreed behaviours, along with TAFE Queensland’s values: Working Together, Focusing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility, Showing Initiative, and Safety First.

Selection criteria

The preferred candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities in the context of the role:

• Ability to work effectively in a team, make sound decisions, solve problems, and meet deadlines.
• Proven experience performing cleaning duties in a multi-functional environment, including knowledge of modern cleaning methods.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Capacity to complete cleaning tasks with minimal supervision.

Highly desirable

• Prior experience in a cleaning role.
• Relevant qualifications.

How to apply

Interested candidates are asked to submit their application through the TAFE Queensland recruitment portal. Applications should include a current resume, a cover letter addressing the selection criteria in the “How you will be assessed” section (maximum two pages total), and the contact details of two referees, including one current supervisor.

Other information

Applications close at 5:00 pm on Thursday, 25 June 2026.

Job reference number: TQ2026-551.

For further details, contact Luke Prangell, Operations Coordinator, on 3244 0206 or Luke.Prangell@tafeqld.edu.au.

Occupational group: Facilities/Asset Management.